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Asbestos is a material that was extensively used in construction for decades. One risk from working in a building that contains asbestos is the development of asbestosis caused by the inhalation of asbestos fibers. Cells will take up asbestos by phagocytosis, but are not able to degrade it. Toxicity most likely results from accumulation of asbestos in which of the following organelles?


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Owners' Claims

Owners' claims refer to the interests or rights of ownership that shareholders or proprietors have in a company, including profits and assets.

Business Assets

Resources owned by a business that have economic value and can contribute to future profits, such as equipment, inventory, and patents.

Basic Accounting Equation

An equation that represents the relationship between assets, liabilities, and owner's equity; Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity.

Ownership Claims

Rights or interests that owners have in an asset or entity, reflecting their stake or ownership percentage.

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