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Is the graphite in pencil lead harmful because,the graphite has silica which is carcinogenic? i have an habit of eating these leads? does it leads to cancer in future?
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Duplicate question. See previous reply. This medical condition is called pica. Cancer is not likely, but other health problems are possible.
Answered 4/23/2023
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