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It is also important to note that the tissues lining the mouth not only suffer the same effects as other bodily tissues, but also the direct effects of smoke inhalation

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[10] Selected carcinogens Others [edit] Gasoline (contains aromatics) Lead and its compounds Alkylating antineoplastic agents (e.g., mechlorethamine) Styrene Other alkylating agents (e.g., dimethyl sulfate) Ultraviolet radiation from the sun and UV lamps Other ionizing radiation (X-rays, gamma rays, etc.) Low refining or unrefined mineral oils Mechanisms of carcinogenicity [edit] Carcinogens can be classified as genotoxic or nongenotoxic

She is a lecturer in the Food Science & Nutrition Department at University of Minnesota