Physics · Environmental Physics
Which of the following statements are true about Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)? (A) They are extremely widespread and occur globally from the tropics to the Arctic. (B) They bioaccumulate in food webs and can reach toxic concentrations in top predators. (C) All Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are examples of POPs. (D) Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) used as flame retardants are examples of POPs. (E) Highly fluorinated chemicals (PFAS) used in non-stick and stain-resistant products show POP-like persistence. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- 1(A), (C) and (E) Only
- 2(A), (B), (D) and (E) Only✓
- 3(B), (C), (D) and (E) Only
- 4(A), (B), (C) and (D) Only
Correct answer
(A), (B), (D) and (E) Only
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