persistent organic pollutant

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An organic compound, predominantly synthetic, that is resistant to environmental degradation through chemical, biological, and photolytic processes, and that is often associated with health risks.

Word forms

persistent organic pollutant persistent organic pollutants

Synonyms

POP

Related words

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