Organic pollutants are chemical substances that persist in the environment, bioaccumulate through the food web, and pose a risk to human health and the environment. These pollutants are often man-made and include substances such as pesticides, industrial chemicals, and byproducts of industrial processes. Examples include polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), dioxins, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
