Melting glaciers may release DDT and contaminate Antarctic environment

In an unexpected consequence of climate change, scientists are raising the possibility that glacial melting is releasing large amounts of the banned pesticide DDT, which is contaminating the environment in Antarctica. The study is scheduled for the June 1 issue of ACS’ bi-weekly journal Environmental Science & Technology.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news131018482.html">Melting glaciers may release DDT and contaminate Antarctic environment</a></p> <p>In an unexpected consequence of climate change, scientists are raising the possibility that glacial melting is releasing large amounts of the banned pesticide DDT, which is contaminating the environment in Antarctica. The study is scheduled for the June 1 issue of ACS’ bi-weekly journal <i>Environmental Science & Technology.</i></p>