Monitoring of environmental exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons: a review

Monitoring of environmental exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons: a review

2007 | K. Srogi
This review article by K. Srogi provides an overview of the monitoring and assessment of environmental exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). PAHs, a group of organic compounds with two or more fused aromatic rings, are highly lipophilic and have low solubility in water. They are widely present in the environment, primarily from incomplete combustion of organic materials, and are a significant concern due to their carcinogenic and mutagenic properties. The article discusses the sources of PAHs, including fossil fuel burning, vehicle emissions, waste incineration, and industrial processes. It highlights the importance of monitoring PAH concentrations in various environmental samples, such as air, soil, water, and food, to assess environmental risks and human health impacts. The review also emphasizes the use of biomarkers and bioaccumulation studies to evaluate the impact of PAHs on ecosystems and human health, noting the limitations and advantages of these methods. The article further details the seasonal variations in PAH concentrations and the role of different emission sources, such as traffic and industrial activities, in urban areas. It concludes by discussing the importance of monitoring PAHs in both ambient and indoor air, as well as the potential health risks associated with exposure to these compounds.This review article by K. Srogi provides an overview of the monitoring and assessment of environmental exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). PAHs, a group of organic compounds with two or more fused aromatic rings, are highly lipophilic and have low solubility in water. They are widely present in the environment, primarily from incomplete combustion of organic materials, and are a significant concern due to their carcinogenic and mutagenic properties. The article discusses the sources of PAHs, including fossil fuel burning, vehicle emissions, waste incineration, and industrial processes. It highlights the importance of monitoring PAH concentrations in various environmental samples, such as air, soil, water, and food, to assess environmental risks and human health impacts. The review also emphasizes the use of biomarkers and bioaccumulation studies to evaluate the impact of PAHs on ecosystems and human health, noting the limitations and advantages of these methods. The article further details the seasonal variations in PAH concentrations and the role of different emission sources, such as traffic and industrial activities, in urban areas. It concludes by discussing the importance of monitoring PAHs in both ambient and indoor air, as well as the potential health risks associated with exposure to these compounds.
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