EBK HEALTH
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Chapter 9, Problem 2PQ
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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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