Amniotic fluid embolism develops suddenly and rapidly. Signs and symptoms of amniotic fluid embolism might include: Sudden shortness of breath. Excess fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) Sudden low blood pressure. Sudden failure of the heart to effectively pump blood (cardiovascular collapse)
Primary & Secondary pollutant. Definition: A primary pollutant is an air pollutant emitted directly from a source. A secondary pollutant is not directly emitted as such, but forms when other pollutants (primary pollutants) react in the atmosphere.
A priority persistent pollutant is a substance that is toxic and either persists in the environment or accumulates in the tissues of humans, fish, wildlife or plants.