Genotoxicity in child populations exposed to Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the air from Tabasco, Mexico

Genotoxicity in child populations exposed to Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the air from Tabasco, Mexico

The economy of the state of Tabasco is based on oil extraction. However, this imposes major effects to the environment and communities. Examples are the Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) that may be found in the soil, water and sediment of the region. Their volatility makes them available to l...

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Main Authors: Aldeco R. Gamboa, Rodríguez T. Gamboa, Alvarez H. Bravo, Wegman P. Ostrosky
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2008-12-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
Genotoxicity
polycyclic hydrocarbons
comet assay
single cell gel electrophoresis
PAHs
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/5/5/349/

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