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Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) have possibly been the subject of more research attention than any other group of organohalogen compounds. Nonetheless, they still represent a challenge to the environmental chemist and ecotoxicologist who wishes to understand their complex environmental fate and behaviour, and potential effects on ecosystems.
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Alcock, R.E., Lead, W.A., Johnston, A.E., Jones, K.C. (1995). Are polychlorinated biphenyls produced naturally? Results from recent UK investigations. In: Grimvall, A., de Leer, E.W.B. (eds) Naturally-Produced Organohalogens. Environment & Chemistry, vol 1. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-0061-8_11
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