1.2 - Dispersion Model Parameters - Part 1
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What is the definition of mixing height?
💡 Hint: Think about where air and pollutants interact.
What does stability in the atmosphere refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider how rising air can either rise freely or be inhibited.
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What is the adiabatic lapse rate for dry air?
💡 Hint: Remember it refers to cooling as air rises.
True or False: Mixing height is constant regardless of atmospheric conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider how mixing height changes with seasons or weather events.
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Given an air parcel with an initial temperature of 30°C at sea level, calculate the temperature at a height of 2 km using the adiabatic lapse rate.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to convert km to meters before calculation!
Describe how the concept of mixing height can impact urban planning in areas prone to air pollution.
💡 Hint: Consider how vertical space in urban environments contributes to air quality.
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