harmful

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But these chemicals also find their way into the environment with potentially harmful consequences.

From BBC

When this happens, harmful bacteria and toxins can escape the gut and enter circulation.

From Science Daily

Both were tested on multiple types of bacteria, including harmful strains like Staphylococcus aureus and E. coli, as well as beneficial probiotic bacteria such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus.

From Science Daily

These underground structures can naturally shield astronauts from harmful radiation and frequent meteorite impacts.

From Science Daily

"We cannot predict how harmful these shifts may be for the Tibetan cause."

From Barron's