persistent organic pollutant
noun1
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.
- One commonly used POP (persistent organic pollutant), organochlorine, may be responsible for contaminating the world's seafood supply, since pesticides can run off the land into streams, lakes, and reservoirs.2009, Edward Group, Complete Colon Cleanse: The At-Home Detox Program to Restore Good Health, Boost Vitality, and Ensure Longevity, Ulysses Press, →ISBN, page 91:
- Related terms
- bioaccumulation