https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/10/161012095740.htm China has now been classified as the largest emitter of certain toxic flourinated chemicals in the world according to a new study. Researchers from Sweden, Norway and China measured the levels of 12 substances at Chinese rivers.Specifically, they focused on the fluorinated substances, PFOS (perfluorooctane sulfonate) and PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid). These substances have been proven to be harmful to animals and humans. Researchers explain China's high emission of toxic substances by revealing how "Chemical manufacturers in the US and Europe have phased out local production, and instead moved its manufacturing to China, since regulations are less strict there," Although China has been classified as a large emitter of certain toxic chemicals, this is a global scenario. Events in China eventually will effect us and the entire globe. The problem, in fact, is not limited to China as it effects the global pollution levels and the environment of the entire world. A possible solution to the problem is the establishment of increased regulations on the businesses by the government, specifically. Overall, the new classification of China is not a large shock, as most people are aware of the large-scale pollution in the country. However, the problem is not unique to China as many other countries contribute to the high pollution levels.
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