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The behavior of toxic compounds in the environment
Clinics in Laboratory Medicine
|September 1, 1984
Summary
The United States generates vast quantities of toxic chemicals, increasing risks of human exposure from workplaces and the environment. Understanding chemical properties like solubility and evaporation is crucial for managing these hazardous substances.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Toxicology
- Chemical Engineering
Background:
- The chemical industry in the United States is experiencing significant growth.
- The production of toxic and hazardous chemicals presents widespread exposure risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the environmental behavior of toxic and hazardous chemicals.
- To highlight the opportunities for human exposure to these compounds.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of chemical properties relevant to environmental fate.
- Analysis of exposure pathways.
Main Results:
- Chemical generation is a growing sector in the US.
- Numerous occupational and environmental exposure routes exist for generated chemicals.
Conclusions:
- The environmental characteristics of toxic chemicals influence exposure.
- Management strategies are needed to mitigate risks associated with chemical generation and movement.