Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use? (1). They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment. (2). They are able to accumulate in humans and animals. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Correct Answer: Both 1 and 2. Brominated flame retardants used in plastics, textiles, electrical and electronic equipment comprises of chemical mixtures that added with certain products to makes them less flammable. These retardants are persistence in environment and are dangerous to both humans and animals. It means that both statements 1 and 2 are correct as Brominated flame retardants are highly resistant to degradation in environment and are able to accumulate in humans and animals.

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