COVs (Compostos Orgânicos Voláteis)
1. Volatile Organic Compounds; organic chemicals that have a high vapor pressure at room temperature and contribute to air pollution and indoor air quality issues
The paint contains high levels of VOCs that can be harmful to indoor air quality.
A tinta contém altos níveis de COVs que podem ser prejudiciais à qualidade do ar interior.
2. Carbon-containing gases and vapors emitted from various sources including solvents, paints, and cleaning products
VOCs from vehicle emissions contribute significantly to smog formation in urban areas.
Os COVs das emissões de veículos contribuem significativamente para a formação de smog em áreas urbanas.
VOCs is a technical acronym primarily used in environmental science, occupational health, and building/construction industries. The term has become increasingly important in Brazil as environmental regulations tighten and consumer awareness of indoor air quality grows. Products marketed as 'low-VOC' or 'VOC-free' are becoming more common in both American and Brazilian markets.
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