Table of Contents Generated by bonding carbon and fluorine, PFAS is among the strongest bonds ever known in organic chemistry. Referring to a ground of artificially-made chemicals that possess PFOS, PFOA, and others, per-, and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS are produced and used in different industries all over the globe. The resulting substance allows the …
Table of Contents There is a group of artificially-made chemicals that include PFOA, PFOS, and GenX. Among many others, PFAS or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are manufactured and utilized in various industries worldwide. It is the by-product created by combining fluorine and carbon. It is considered one of the strongest bonds in organic chemistry. It …
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Table of Contents The average human being is expected to drink at least 2 liters of water every day. While it is normal for people to religiously follow this, most of us still overlook the quality of water that they drink. No one wants to drink water that can potentially damage their health. For people …
Table of Contents Water, as a resource, is a necessity for every living being, which extends further to public health and human development. Today, various problems with water supply exist, and they continue to be more pressing and concerning. Several factors can be considered when it comes to understanding the problem of water scarcity may …
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Table of Contents In every household, water is considered to be highly essential and possesses a vital role in the basic functions of every human body. With that, it is only imperative to make sure that it is safe and clean for both consumption and daily use. Sometimes, water can carry harmful compounds like PFCs, …
Table of Contents Almost everyone in America and worldwide thought that the Flint Lead Poisoning Disaster only includes the town and its neighboring areas. However, according to the American Water Works Association, approximately 30% of water servicing has lead systems, which means that there could be lead in your drinking water. Although not every state …
Table of Contents Lead contamination is very rampant these days because only a few people know about it and not everyone is informed and educated about it. Thus, it is essential to keep everyone in sync and help educate people about what is going on in the environment. Taking part in the movement of cleaning …
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Table of Contents According to an article by Anne Marie Helmenstine, hydrogen makes up at least 75% of the universe, which makes it the most abundant element in the entire cosmos. However, given its popularity in natural science, it’s current fame is still overwhelming. Its demand to be part of the regular drinking water became a …
Table of Contents There are different kinds of water filtration and delivery systems that are sold in the market. These companies are claiming their products have passed the standards. These standards are very essential for consumers because this validates that the product passed the quality standards and they are getting what they are paying for. …
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Table of Contents Hard water is one of the most common problems for homeowners living in areas where there are high concentrations of dissolved minerals. These minerals tend to become visible once the water evaporates, leaving huge stains around your appliances and cookware. Although these stains might sound like a minor inconvenience for you, it …
