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alkyl group alkyl group
alkyl group , in chemistry, group of carbon and hydrogen atoms derived from an alkane molecule by removing one hydrogen atom (see radical ). The name of the alkyl group is derived from the name of its alkane by replacing the - ane suffix with - yl, e.g., methyl, CH 3 , from methane, CH 4 , and... Read more
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Radiation Exposure The discovery of radiation Radiation comes in many forms Measuring exposure to radiation Sources of radiation Effects of radiation exposure Future developments Resources Radiation exposure occurs any time that energy in the form of electromagnetic rays or fast-moving... Read more
psoriasis psoriasis
psoriasis , occasionally acute but usually chronic and recurrent inflammation of the skin. The exact cause is unknown, but the disease appears to be an inherited, possibly autoimmune disorder that causes the overproduction of skin cells. Psoriasis may occur at any age but is uncommon in children.... Read more
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Environmental Health Environmental health describes the effects of civilization, culture, personal habits, pollution, population growth, and travel on human health. It is a new science that measures a variety of factors leading to acquired and congenital diseases. Acquired diseases are illnesses... Read more
Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
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NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is the primary federal agency conducting research on the safety and health of the workplace. NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the U.S. Department... Read more
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MENTAL HEALTH The field of mental health has made many advances, particularly since 1980. These developments include an increased understanding of the brain's function through the study of neuroscience, the development of effective new medications and therapies, and the standardization of diagnostic... Read more
Glomerulonephritis Glomerulonephritis
Glomerulonephritis Definition Acute glomerulonephritis is an inflammatory disease of both kidneys predominantly affecting children from ages two to 12. Chronic glomerulonephritis can develop over a period of 10-20 years and is most often associated with other systemic disease, including diabetes,... Read more
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laryngitis inflammation of the mucous membrane of the voice box, or larynx , usually accompanied by hoarseness, sore throat, and coughing. Acute laryngitis is often a secondary bacterial infection triggered by infecting agents causing such illnesses as colds, measles, whooping cough, or influenza.... Read more

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