Title:

Transformers polychlorinated biphenyls analysis and waste management in gas companies, case study: Iran

Author(s):

Fouladi-Fard, R., Yousefi, N., Golmohammadi, A.M., (...), Khazaei, M., Mahvi, A.H.

Published/Type:

2023 / Original Article

Journal:

International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 103(9):2058-2066

Abstract:

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) are categorised as a type of persistent organic pollutants (POPs). In developing countries, transformer oils are the major sources of PCB release to the environment. This study examined the pollution of PCBs from transformers of gas company cathodic protection stations in Qom province, during 2011. The PCBs were measured using the electrochemical method. According to the results, the PCBs concentration of transformers oil was ranged between 0 and 958 ppm. Most stations...

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