Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6487564 | Current Opinion in Biotechnology | 2016 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
- Many brominated flame retardants have been identified as persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic.
- Debromination of these chemicals under anaerobic conditions is well established.
- Debromination can, however, increase the toxicity of brominated flame retardants.
- Alternatives such as organophosphorus compounds are being used in increasing quantities.
- This is despite the fact that knowledge of their biodegradation is often lacking.
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Authors
Susanne L Waaijers, John R Parsons,