HAPS - Hazardous Air Pollutants Flashcards
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HAP Definition
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EPA official list of HAPs not covered by NAAQS. May cause cancer or serious health impacts
2
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HAPs are also known as
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Toxic air pollutants/Air toxins
3
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General Health Effects
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- Cancer
- Damage to the immune system
- Neurological Health Issues
- Damage to reproductive system
- Developmental problems
- Respiratory health problems
4
Q
Sources of HAPs - Mobile Sources
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Automobiles, planes, boats
5
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Sources of HAPs - Stationary Sources
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Industries (equipment leaks, material transfer)
- Major source: 10 tons/yr of any one HAP or 25 tons/yr of all HAPs
- Area source: