Published on Aug 25, 2024
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Origin of forever chemicals
Origin of forever chemicals

❖ American researchers have found a method to be able to trace the origin and the destination of forever chemicals. 

❖ These chemicals that are scientifically known as per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

❖ They are generally useful in applications such as water-proofing, heat resistance, detergents, food packaging and non-stick technologies.

❖ They are known to stay in the environment virtually forever and contribute to environmental degradation which adversely impacts the health of all organisms including human beings.