2.6.2 - Pharmaceuticals as Emerging Contaminants
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What does the term 'emerging contaminants' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about what recent environmental challenges are.
Name one method used to monitor pharmaceuticals in the environment.
💡 Hint: It's an abbreviation commonly used in chemistry.
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What is the term for substances like pharmaceuticals that pose environmental risks?
💡 Hint: Think about what new pollutants might be.
Pharmaceuticals are designed to be:
💡 Hint: Consider their intended purpose in medicine.
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Analyze a case study of a local river impacted by pharmaceutical contamination. Discuss the monitoring methods used and their effectiveness.
💡 Hint: Look for local reports and research studies on river health.
Design a research project focused on the effects of a specific pharmaceutical on aquatic life. Outline your hypothesis, methods, and expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: Structure your project with clear objectives and methodologies.
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