Any agent or factor that induces cancer is called carcinogen carciogenic factor, e.g., cadmium oxide, which induces prostate cancer. Chromium and nickel compounds induce lung cancer, while vinyl chloride and aflatoxins induce liver cancer.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.