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Generate QuizWhich of the following is a concern associated with 'Nano-pollution' from engineered nanomaterials?
- They are always biodegradable
- Their small size allows them to penetrate biological barriers and their environmental fate is poorly understood
- They cannot enter food chains
- They have no industrial applications
Answer: Their small size allows them to penetrate biological barriers and their environmental fate is poorly understood
Nanoparticles' unique properties raise concerns about toxicity, bioaccumulation, and long-term ecological impacts, requiring careful risk assessment and regulation.