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15.4.8.2.1. Legacy Pollutants

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  1. 1.

    What are legacy pollutants?

    Hint

    Think about pollution that lasts over time.

  2. 2.

    Name one legacy pollutant.

    Hint

    Consider chemicals that have been used in industry.

  3. 3.

    What are legacy pollutants?

    • Substances that are newly developed
    • Toxic substances that persist in the environment
    • Only synthetic chemicals
    Hint

    Focus on the definition of legacy.

  4. 4.

    True or False: DDT is a type of legacy pollutant.

    • True
    • False
    Hint

    Recall the types of chlorinated pesticides mentioned.

  5. 5.

    Investigate the ecological consequences of allowing legacy pollutants to remain unchecked in a local area.

    Hint

    Consider both local flora and fauna affected by toxic accumulation.

  6. 6.

    Propose a comprehensive plan to remediate a site contaminated with PCBs.

    Hint

    Evaluate multiple strategies to address contamination.

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Estimated Time

4 min

Passing Score

70%

Instructions

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  • Complete all questions before submitting