Forever chemicals

Source: DTE  Context: Researchers have developed a ground-breaking technique to track and manage “forever chemicals,” scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These human-made toxic chemicals, used in various applications like waterproofing, non-stick surfaces, and food packaging, are notorious for their durability, persisting in the environment for thousands of years and causing significant pollution. …

Forever chemicals

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH   Context: A recent study by IIT Madras has uncovered the presence of ‘forever chemicals’ known as pre- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Chennai’s Buckingham Canal, Adyar River, and Chembarambakkam Lake. PFAS are synthetic chemicals found in everyday products and are known to persist in the environment, posing …

[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 14 February 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …