diox
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Plural
dioxins
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a harmful chemical compound containing chlorine, often produced as an industrial byproduct with adverse environmental and health effects
- The accidental release of dioxin from a factory raised concerns about its impact on local water sources and wildlife.
- Efforts to reduce industrial pollution focus on minimizing the production and release of dioxins into the environment.
- Contaminated areas with high concentrations of dioxin may require remediation efforts to protect public health.
- The disposal of certain materials, such as electronic waste, requires special consideration to prevent the release of dioxins.
- Researchers investigate the long-term effects of dioxin exposure on ecosystems and human health.