PHTHALATES AND ACCIDENTS

1. What are phthalates?

Phthalates are esters of phthalic acid and are mainly used as plasticizers (substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility, transparency, durability and longevity).

2. Where can we find them?

We can find them in products that we have a high exposure. For example, in baby's toys, beverage containers, cosmetics and food wrappers.

3. Are they dangerous? Why?

Yes, they are dangerous, Because they pollute our environment and our bodies. Moreover, phthalates are horrible because they are so easily taken into our bodies. They can be absorbed by skin contacts. It has been shown that it can cause cancer

4. What are the two young scientists trying to do?

They try to explain us about the phthalates and accidents. They explain why are they dangerous, a new discovery that could destroy phthalates, what are they etc.

5. Give your opinion about their work and their achievements.

I think that they are explaining us and doing a very useful work. Until now, I didn't know what were phthalates and thanks to them now I know it. I think that they did a great job because now people can know how to avoid them.

6. What is an accident? Is always a bad thing? Give some examples of positive results from accidents.

An accident is an incidental and unplanned event. No, accidents aren't always a bad thing they can also be a positive thing. Thanks to the accidents people has discovered very important things. For example, the discovery of the penicillin is one of the most fortunate accidents of all time. Without it, we wouldn't be able to fight against many bacterial infections.

INFORMATION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ay-y3tSYGYw