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A Condition Known as Lactose Intolerance Is Characterized by Painful

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A condition known as lactose intolerance is characterized by painful abdominal cramping, gas, and diarrhea. The cause of the problem is the inability to digest the milk sugar, lactose. How would this cause the observed symptoms


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A chemical process for converting rubber or related polymers into more durable materials by adding sulfur or other accelerators.

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A nonmetallic chemical element with symbol S, known for its bright yellow color and importance in many chemical processes, including as a component of amino acids.

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A type of polymer characterized by amide bonds connecting monomers, commonly found in fibers like nylon.

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