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Reviewed on May 1, 1992
Gr 6-10 The discovery that potentially cancer-causing genes are present in normal, healthy cells has, in effect, redefined much of the thinking on the causes and treatment of the disease, and is the focus of this book. Yount describes the nature and types of cancer and the roles of genetic mutation and carcinogens as cancer initiators and promotors. The various types of carcinogens are outlined in sufficient ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More