Solubility of the chemical that determines how ease it will diffuse into the streams and soil
Persistence of the chemical that determines how the toxic effects of the chemical can remain in water , soil, air, e.t.c This is the half-life of the chemical.
Explanation:
The factors that are addressed when assessing the harm of an introduced chemical to the environment are;
The chemical contamination-this can be checked at the industrial level and at the site where this hazardous waste is deposited.
Ability of the chemical to harm fish and wildlife especially during its production and its release
Possible effect of the chemical on endangered species
The ability of the chemical to remain in the food chain in the ecosystem
