Air Pollution Flashcards
1
Q
Air Pollutants
A
Gasses and particulate matter added to the atmosphere that can affect climate and harm living things
2
Q
Pollution sources
A
Primary and Secondary Pollutants
3
Q
Primary Pollutants
A
4
Q
Secondary pollutants
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5
Q
Residence time
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6
Q
Clean Air Act (‘63,’70,’90)
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7
Q
EPA
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8
Q
6 Major Pollutants
A
Carbon Monoxide
Nitrogen Oxide(s)
Volatile organic compounds
Sulfur Dioxide
Particulate Matter
Lead
