UPSC Prelims 2024 · GS Paper 1 · Q87

Environment

Medium · PFAS ('forever chemicals')

Consider the following statements about PFAS ('forever chemicals'):

1. PFAS compounds are used in a wide range of everyday consumer products, including non-stick cookware and water-resistant fabrics.

2. PFAS compounds strongly resist environmental degradation and can persist in soil and water for extremely long periods.

3. PFAS compounds have the potential to bioaccumulate in living organisms, including humans, over time.

How many of the above statements are correct?