Which of the following are true about Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) ?…
2023
Which of the following are true about Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) ?
(A) They are extremely widespread and occur from tropics to Arctic.
(B) They often accumulate in food webs and reach toxic concentrations.
(C) Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are examples of POPs.
(D) They are widely used as flame retardants and in deodorants.
(E) Some chemicals used in making non-stick, waterproof and stain-resistant products are categorized as POPs.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- A.
(A), (B), (C) and (D) Only
- B.
(B), (C), (D) and (E) Only
- C.
(A), (B), (D) and (E) Only
- D.
(A), (C) and (E) Only
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Correct answer: C
Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) are widespread from tropics to Arctic and accumulate in food webs. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are distinct from POPs, making statement C false. Chemicals in flame retardants and non-stick products are categorized as POPs, confirming statements A, B, D, and E.