Persistent organic pollutants are
A. also known as food residues.
B. chemicals that are released as a result of human activity into the environment and emit ionizing radiation as they decompose.
C. harmful, highly stable chemicals that are released as a result of human activity into the environment.
D. a family of chemicals used to decrease crop destruction and losses.
Answer: C
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