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In the same regard, air can also be susceptible to phytotoxin contamination. This is particularly the case for volatile phytochemicals or very lightweight microparticles that can be used as vehicles to ferry phytotoxins to various areas. Most of these phytotoxins are irritants to the eyes, respiratory tract, and skin. It is generally difficult to protect the environment from airborne phytotoxins because they are mostly distributed naturally by the wind. Non‐toxic materials with a higher density than that of the toxins or their carriers can be employed in limited areas to weigh down the contaminants to the ground. However, such interventions should only be done after thorough environmental and health impact assessments have been conducted and approved.