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"Tobacco Plants Are Grown in Soils with High-Phosphate Fertilizers That

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"Tobacco plants are grown in soils with high-phosphate fertilizers that are naturally contaminated with the alpha-particle emitting radionuclide polonium-210.In one year, the average smoker will irradiate the bronchial epithelium with 8 to 9 rem, the equivalent dose of radiation from 250 to 300 chest X-ray films per year"( Pediatrics, September 1993, p.464) .How does this annual dose from tobacco compare to an average annual dose of 3.6 mSv that a nonsmoker receives from background radiation?

Recognize the global network of national parks and protected areas and their role in global conservation efforts.

Understand the importance of biodiversity within forest ecosystems and strategies to protect it.

Understand the dual components of biodiversity and its value.

Recognize the human impact on species extinction and ecosystem degradation.

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A contractual agreement where a party (surety) agrees to be responsible for the debt or obligations of another party (principal) if that party fails to fulfill them.

Cosigner

an individual who agrees to be responsible for the repayment of a loan or debt if the primary borrower fails to pay.

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A legal procedure for dealing with debt problems of individuals or businesses; officially declared inability to pay off debts.