Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ178298
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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Formation of Nitrosamines in Food and in the Digestive System
Wishnok, John S.
Journal of Chemical Education, 54, 7, 440-1, Jul 77
A discussion is presented of the toxicity, chemistry, and environmental presence of nitrosamines. Carcinogenicity and effects on various organs of test animals are reviewed. Also some information on the presence of use of nitrosamines in human food is given. (MR)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Chemical Industry, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, Food, Food Standards, Meat, Organic Chemistry
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Identifiers: Food Additives; Nitrosamines


