Chlorinated Compounds definition
Chlorinated Compounds. There is no consistent pattern of significantly elevated concentrations of 203 chlorinated compounds in site media suggestive of a potential health concern. Cyanide: There is no consistent pattern of elevated cyanide concentrations which might suggest the presence of mercury mining wastes. Of the compounds detected at the site, volatiles present the greatest concern from the aspect of potential health impacts because their mobility increases the likelihood of human exposure. Volatile organic compounds are the focus of the human health risk assessment. Concerns associated with volatile compounds at landfills are discussed in the following section.