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Oxidative phosphorylation is a dangerous energy source

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The primary method used to generate power involves highly volatile internal reactions that constantly leak toxic byproducts. Your internal power plants are incredibly efficient but they continuously poison the surrounding area in the process.

Oxidative phosphorylation is a dangerous energy source
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