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Environment & EcologyPollution and Waste ManagementToxic Chemicals, Pesticides and Persistent Organic PollutantsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
PFAS · Persistent chemicals · Bioaccumulation

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With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer products, consider the following statements : 1. PFAS are found to be widespread in drinking water, food and food packaging materials. 2. PFAS are not easily degraded in the environment. 3. Persistent exposure to PFAS can lead to bioaccumulation in animal bodies. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Question 17 · Toxic Chemicals, Pesticides and Persistent Organic Pollutants · Environment & Ecology · UPSC Prelims 2024 (GS)

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2024 · GS · Question 17