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Could memory decrease due to the intake of harmful pollutants?
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Possibly: Significant or repeated exposure to pollutants can lead to brain injury and learning and memory problems. The part of the brain called the hippocampus is particularly sensitive to damage caused by inflammation due to exposure to air pollution.
Answered 12/9/2013
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