Air Quality Flashcards
1
Q
What are the criteria pollutants for the National Ambient Air Quality Standards?
A
- Carbon Monoxide
- Lead
- Nitrogen Dioxide
- Coarse and Fine particles
- Ozone
- Sulfur dioxide
2
Q
What does VOC stand for?
A
Volatile Organic Compound
3
Q
What does incomplete combustion of fossil fuels result in?
A
Carbon monoxide
4
Q
What is the minimum size of the particles generally considered to be inhalable hazards?
A
10 micrometers.
5
Q
Which devices are generally effective at removing particulate matter?
A
- Electrostatic precipitator
- Fabric filter / fabric baghouse
- Venturi scrubber
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