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UPSC Prelims 2024 Paper-I 📅 16 Jun, 2024

With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer products, consider the following statements:
1. PFAS are found to be widespread in drinking water, food and food packaging materials.
2. PFAS are not easily degraded in the environment.
3. Persistent exposure to PFAS can lead to bioaccumulation in animal bodies.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A
1 and 2 only
B
2 and 3 only
C
1 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
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UPSC Prelims
2024 • 16 Jun, 2024 • Paper-I
With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer products, consider the following statements:
1. PFAS are found to be widespread in drinking water, food and food packaging materials.
2. PFAS are not easily degraded in the environment.
3. Persistent exposure to PFAS can lead to bioaccumulation in animal bodies.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct Answer
1, 2 and 3
Environment: Pollution.Substances: PFAS (forever chemicals).Impact: All statements are correct. PFAS are highly persistent in the environment, do not degrade ea......
Ref/Book : UPSC Prelims 2024
Ref. Subject Environment
Chapter -
Ref. Topic Pollution
Pg. No -
💡 Analysis & Explanation
Environment ▼
Pollution.
Substances ▼
PFAS (forever chemicals).
Impact ▼
All statements are correct. PFAS are highly persistent in the environment, do not degrade easily, bioaccumulate in humans and animals, and are widely found in everyday items like food packaging and non-stick cookware.
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