Properties of Pollutants
Define the characteristics of pollutants, including toxicity, persistence, and mobility. Understand how these properties determine environmental impact and degradation.
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Define the characteristics of pollutants, including toxicity, persistence, and mobility. Understand how these properties determine environmental impact and degradation.
Key Questions
- What makes a substance toxic to biological organisms?
- How does persistence affect a pollutant's environmental lifespan?
- What is the difference between bioaccumulation and biomagnification?
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