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What are carcinogens? Mention any two groups of carcinogens with an example for each.

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Carcinogens : Agents that cause cancer are called carciogens .
Groups of carcinogens :
Physical agents : X - rays , gamma rays , UV rays .
Chemical agents : Chemicals present in tobacco smoke .
Biological agents : Oncogenic viruses .
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