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07-01-2005
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This informational article explains how scientists study the effects of environmental toxins and pollutants on fish and other marine life to learn how to protect humans from potential harmful environmental exposure. It describes marine plants that contain substances with medicinal properties that can be used to treat cancer and inflammatory diseases.