Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
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Chapter 8, Problem 2PQ
Summary Introduction
To discuss: The long-term effects of alcoholism
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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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