+PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) is a synthetic [Fluorocarbon](/wiki/Fluorocarbon) once central to many industrial processes. Known as a "forever chemical," its persistence led to widespread environmental accumulation and significant concerns. It belongs to the broader class of [PFAS](/wiki/Pfas) compounds.
+## See also
+- [Toxicology](/wiki/Toxicology)
+- [Environmental Health](/wiki/Environmental_Health)
+- [Water Pollution](/wiki/Water_Pollution)