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Can we destroy deadly "forever chemicals"?

The EPA is using a two-story furnace to study how to destroy PFAS chemicals.

Aired 07/31/2024

SCI NC

Can we destroy deadly "forever chemicals"?

Special | 6m 6sVideo has Closed Captions

The EPA is using a two-story furnace to study how to destroy PFAS chemicals.

The EPA is using a two-story furnace to study how to destroy PFAS chemicals. Intense heat may break the strong chemical bonds that make PFAS chemicals work so well, but the destruction must be complete; otherwise, what remains would also be toxic. There’s also concern that the vapors from burning may also be toxic. (Note: PFAS describes per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.)

Aired 07/31/2024

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PBS North Carolina and Sci NC appreciate the support of The NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

SCI NC

Can we destroy deadly "forever chemicals"?

Special | 6m 6sVideo has Closed Captions

The EPA is using a two-story furnace to study how to destroy PFAS chemicals. Intense heat may break the strong chemical bonds that make PFAS chemicals work so well, but the destruction must be complete; otherwise, what remains would also be toxic. There’s also concern that the vapors from burning may also be toxic. (Note: PFAS describes per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.)

Aired 07/31/2024

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