The Impact of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons on Environment and Humans
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https://doi.org/10.61132/obat.v3i6.1964Keywords:
Carcinogenic compounds, Environmental impact, Human health, Incomplete combustion, Polycyclic aromatic compoundsAbstract
This research seeks to define polycyclic aromatic compounds, which are chemical compounds consisting of fused aromatic rings that do not contain heteroatoms or substituents. Many of these compounds are known to be carcinogenic and are primarily produced through the incomplete combustion of carbon-containing fuels such as wood, coal, diesel, grease, and tobacco. Pure polycyclic aromatic compounds generally appear as colorless, white, or pale green solids that often develop a yellowish tint over time. These substances are commonly found in coal tar, crude oil, creosote, and tar deposits in industrial and urban environments. Despite their widespread occurrence and potential health risks, only a limited number of polycyclic aromatic compounds are utilized in industrial applications, including the manufacture of medicines, dyes, plastics, and pesticides. Furthermore, this research examines the distribution, persistence, and accumulation of these compounds in the environment, as well as their toxicological effects on human health, ecosystems, and long-term environmental sustainability.
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