Corexit

Corexit

Corexit is the chemical dispersant which was used to "clean" the BP oil spill. It is known to cause high levels of toxicity in humans leading to lung damage, cancer, and birth defects. Corexit is still the go-to chemical for oil spills with no policies banning it in the US.

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