Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134183268
Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 1TAI
Summary Introduction
To discuss: The comparison between gin and beers
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Alcohol refers to a psychoactive substance that is active ingredient present in the drinks such as hard liquor, wine, and beer. It is chemically termed as ethanol.
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Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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