This course attempts to discuss linkages between the natural and disturbed chemical composition of the earth’s surface
due to human activities. The sources, fates and effects, including environmental and human health effects of some major
persistent toxic substances (PTS) commonly found in food are reviewed. Different relevant case studies are cited for in-
depth discussion. These included some hazardous inorganic elements: arsenic, mercury and fluoride, and persistent
organic pollutants (POPs): organ chlorine pesticides, PCB, Dioxins, phthalates and bisphenol A. In addition, the sources
and health impacts of indoor air pollutants, and PTS generated due to open burning of electronic-waste are also included.
Finally, chemicals management issues are briefly reviewed, in particular the policies currently available in controlling
PTS, with a focus on food contaminants.
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Course Contents (in Parts/Chapters/Sections/Weeks. Please notify name of instructor for course section(s), if
this is a team teaching or module course.)