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Aspects of formation and degradation of polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and dibenzofurans

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The research progress on the mechanisms of formation and degradation of polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) and dibenzofurans (PCDFs) is reviewed. The primary sources of PCDD/Fs are chemical, thermal, photochemical and enzymatic reactions. Most of the thermal sources result in emissions into air. The studies on the photodegradation and biodegradation offer promise for destruction of PCDD/Fs in environment.

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Zheng, M., Liu, P., Bao, Z. et al. Aspects of formation and degradation of polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and dibenzofurans. Chin.Sci.Bull. 44, 1249–1257 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02885839

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