16. What are carcinogens?

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Carcinogens are factors capable
producing neoplasias. Any mutagen,
substance that can induce
mutation, is a potential .
Examples of carcinogens are ,
nitrous acid, many substances
through tobacco smoking and
human papilloma virus (HPV).