PFAS in the Water

You're right, it is our concern. I've read a little bit about it and it seems like such a big problem, it is overwhelming to think about. I've cut back on plastic use but at times it is really hard because it is everywhere! There seems to be a lot of research in plastics that breakdown in seawater etc. I follow "tedxgateway" on instagram and there was a post a couple of days ago about bacteria decomposing plastic without leaving microplastics. I hope scientists come up with a marketable solution soon.
 
karadekoolaid said:
But does P.F.A. mean in English?:D
Plastic Ferrous Additions
Pieces of Furry Animals
Potassium Florate Aluminium
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No idea.
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large, synthetic group of thousands of "forever chemicals" used since the 1950s to make products heat, water, and grease-resistant. Because their carbon-fluorine bonds do not break down easily in the environment or human body, they accumulate, causing significant health risks like cancer and immune system damage.
 
Z-Cook said:
Cmon. There's a link.
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There is, and I read it through completely, start to finish. Not once does it actually define PFAs, except in general terms. I find it very hard to understand acronyms at times, and a simple definition would avoid my having to seek out another reference to explain what the article talks about.
 
karadekoolaid said:
There is, and I read it through completely, start to finish. Not once does it actually define PFAs, except in general terms. I find it very hard to understand acronyms at times, and a simple definition would avoid my having to seek out another reference to explain what the article talks about.
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You're absolutely right. Should be right there in the first paragraph.

PFAS - Wikipedia
 
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