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<\/strong>\u201cForever chemicals\u201d destroyed: <\/strong>A team of researchers from the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory has successfully demonstrated that high-energy electron beams can break down perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) \u2014 known as \u201cforever chemicals\u201d \u2014 in water, according to a press release<\/a>. The researchers used an electron beam accelerator at Fermilab to irradiate water samples containing two of the most problematic PFAS compounds. The electron beam was able to break the strong bonds in the PFAS molecules, effectively eliminating them without releasing harmful byproducts.<\/p>\n

Why does this matter?<\/strong>PFAS<\/a>, a group of synthetic chemicals that are widely used in various industries and products, are very resistant to natural degradation and can accumulate in the environment and the human body. These compounds, which are used in firefighting foams and nonstick cookware, have been linked to various health issues<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s next?<\/strong> The electron beam technology could be applied to treat large volumes of water that contain high concentrations of PFAS. The technology could also be used to prevent PFAS contamination from occurring in the first place by treating waste streams before they leave the manufacturing facilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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