Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
Polychlorinated biphenyls are man-made chemical mixtures that were used in widely varied applications and appeared in many forms. These toxic compounds can be extremely dangerous, especially in higher concentrations. PCBs take a long time to degrade and can build up in the environment. In the United States, the manufacture of polychlorinated biphenyls was banned in 1977, due to health concerns. PCBs can still enter the environment from hazardous waste site leakage and improper disposal of products manufactured using PCBs. Polychlorinated biphenyls build up in the body, and in high concentrations PCBs can cause skin disorders and even cancer.
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