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It persists in the air, accumulates in soils, and is found in surface and groundwater.

It accumulates well within cancer cells, but, depending on the location of the cancer, can also enter some healthy cells.

During aging, DNA accumulates damage, some of which can be devastating to the cell.

"This is a common modification we see in biology. However, we found that HGF loses its physiological activity when it becomes nitrated, and this phenomenon accumulates with age."

In an interview with local broadcaster Joy FM, he also pointed out that mercury could affect the entire food chain, as it accumulates in fish and can enter crops irrigated with the water.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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