Dyes, Plastics, Pesticides
Pyrene is a type of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH). These compounds are by-products of biomass burning and are also found in coal and oil deposits. Pyrene in particular has many uses in various industries, including the product of dyes, plastics, and even pesticides. But while this PAH is useful, it and its siblings have also been linked to all kinds of cancers and health ailments. So, if you or someone you know is currently fighting to combat PAH pollution, we’ve got just the gift for you. It also makes a great present for chemists, environmentalists, biochemists, and starry-eyed science researchers.