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The “Chemistry in Focus” segment No Laughing Matter ends with the statement “Clean may not necessarily be ‘green.’” Read this segment and explain the statement.
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'" refers to the idea that while certain actions may lead to a cleaner environment in one aspect, they may also result in negative environmental impacts in another. Show more…
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