(from the article `poison`) ...genotoxic carcinogens do not bind to DNA until they have been biotransformed in the body to reactive chemicals. Among the indirect-acting ...
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A type of chemical found in tobacco products and tobacco smoke. Nitrosamines are also found in many foods, including fish, beer, fried foods, and meats. Some nitrosamines cause cancer in laboratory animals and may increase the risk of certain types of cancer in humans.
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<biochemistry> These molecules contain the N N=O group (N nitrosamines): many are carcinogens or suspected carcinogens. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
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Nitrosamines are highly carcinogenic (causes cancer). Nitrosamine precursors interact with other chemicals in the product to form nitrosamines.
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any of a series of compounds with the type formula RNNO, some of which are carcinogenic, formed in cured meats by the conversion of nitrite.
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