EBK BIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9780134819150
Author: Maier
Publisher: VST
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Chapter 20, Problem 3AAATB
Summary Introduction
To determine:
The damage caused to the body by the radioactive minerals found in the tobacco.
Introduction:
Tobacco smoking is the practice of smoking the tobacco and inhaling the smoke of the tobacco. The tobacco consists of gaseous particles that are harmful for health. Intake of tobacco by people is done by using cigars and tobacco pipes. Inhaling tobacco releases dopamine and endorphins that are associated with pleasures.
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