Chemistry for Changing Times
Chemistry for Changing Times
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ISBN: 9780134212777
Author: John W. Hill; Terry W. McCreary
Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
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Chapter 22, Problem 41P
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Interpretation:What is the meaning ofoncogene and how is it compared to suppressor genes.

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A substance that promotes carcinogenesis or cancer formation is known as carcinogen. This is caused by damaging the genome or disrupting the cell metabolism. Some of the radioactive substances are carcinogen, the carcinogenic activity of such radioactive substances are caused by radiation they emit such as gamma rays and alpha particles. Non-radioactive carcinogens are certain dioxins and smoke of tobacco. They are not immediately toxic to body.

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