Cold condensation theory

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002199",
  "term": "Cold condensation theory",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A hypothesis explaining the global distribution of persistent organic pollutants (POPs), suggesting that these compounds volatilize in warmer regions and condense in colder environments. As air masses move from warmer to colder latitudes, POPs are deposited in higher concentrations in polar and mountainous regions. This process contributes to the accumulation of these chemicals in remote ecosystems, far from their original sources.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "persistent organic pollutant",
    "soil"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 858 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cold-condensation-theory/"
}