New
ScienceMore in Science →
Researchers Trace Widespread Airborne Silicone Pollution to Vehicles and Beyond
Scientists detected unexpectedly high levels of airborne methylsiloxanes across cities, villages and forests, suggesting a poorly understood silicone pollutant may be far more pervasive than assumed.
Key Takeaways
- Researchers detected large molecular methylsiloxanes in cities, villages, forests and coastal areas.
- Vehicle and ship emissions, likely tied to engine-oil additives, appear to be a major source.
DE
DT Editorial AI··via sciencedaily.com