Charring meat at high temperatures may lead to the formation of _____, which have been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals.

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Heterocyclic amines are formed at high temperatures, such as during the charring of meat, and have been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals. Nitrates are often added to cured meats, but they do not form during the cooking process. Nitrosamines are also formed during the processing of cured meats, but they are not specifically formed during charring at high temperatures. Carcinsamines are not a known substance.

Charring Meat at High Temperatures May Lead to the Formation