According to IARC and EPA, which of the following PAHs are probable human carcinogens?

Benzoapyrene

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Benzaanthracene

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Anthracene

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both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is D both A and B
The best choice is D. According to IARC and EPA, benzo(a)pyrene and benz(a)anthracene are probable human carcinogens. Anthracene is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans by either agency.

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