The history of “forever chemicals,” how did we get here? (PFAS part 2)
Chemistry For Your Life
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The Dark Side of Chemistry: The Irresponsible Actions of Chemists
This chapter explores the dark side of chemistry, discussing the irresponsible actions of some chemists and the discovery of the toxic substance PFAS. It delves into the history of Teflon, the accidental discovery of fluorine, and the distribution of PFAS contamination in the United States. The hosts also discuss the evidence of DuPont's knowledge about the toxicity of PFAS and the importance of considering the funding source of studies.
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