Scientists Uncover Potentially Toxic 'Phantom Chemical' in U.S. Tap Water
TL;DR
Researchers have identified a mysterious chemical byproduct found in the tap water of about one-third of Americans, stemming from a disinfectant used in water treatment. The study, published in Science, calls for a rapid assessment of the byproduct's potential toxicity, though it does not suggest that the water is currently unsafe to drink.
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