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  • What happens when PFAS chemicals are flushed down drains?
    They end up in oceans, lakes, rivers, and the food chain.
  • What does PFAS stand for?
    Perfluoroalkyl/ polyfluoroalkyl substances.
  • True or False: PFAS can only be found in water.
    False — they’re also in soil, air, food, and everyday products.
  • True or False: Babies can be born with PFAS already in their bodies.
    True.
  • What makes the carbon-fluorine bond in PFAS so strong?
    It’s one of the strongest bonds in chemistry and almost impossible to break with heat, sunlight, or biological activity.
  • What is the safe limit for PFAS in drinking water according to Health Canada?
    No more than 30 nanograms per litre.
  • Which two organs can PFAS harm according to Health Canada?
    The liver and the thyroid gland.
  • Name two everyday products that may contain PFAS.
    Cookware, firefighting foams, makeup, paper-based food packaging, uniforms, rain jackets, gloves (any two)
  • Why are PFAS sometimes called “forever chemicals”?
    They don’t break down easily and can stay in the environment for thousands of years.
  • What province does Donnie Gallant live in?
    Prince Edward Island (PEI).
  • How many PFAS compounds are there in total (approximate)?
    About 9,000.
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