Review Module 1 (Environ Issue-PFAS)

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What does PFAS stand for?

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Polyfluoroalkyl and Perfluoroalkyl Substances

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What is the main concern about PFAS?

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They persist in the environment and human body.

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What is the main focus of the Biden-Harris Administration's action plan connected to PFAS?

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To protect communities from PFAS pollution in drinking water

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Which agency announced the first-ever national standard to address PFAS in drinking water?

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Environmental Protection Agency

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What is the goal of the Justice40 Initiative?

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To ensure 40% of federal investments benefit disadvantaged communities.

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What was the main chemical compound found in human blood that 3M was concerned about?

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PFOS

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Which product was NOT mentioned as containing fluorochemicals? Options: Scotchban, Teflon, Scotchgard

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Scotch Tape

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What did 3M do in response to the findings about PFOS?

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Discontinued PFOS-related chemicals

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PFAS chemicals are also known as

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never gone chemicals

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PFAS and PFOS cause which health issues?

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Increased cholesterol levels, immune system effects, liver damage, thyroid disruption, developmental issues.