4.2 - Concentration Distribution in an Ideal Plume
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What does steady state mean in the context of pollutant concentration?
💡 Hint: Think about how pollution is measured over time.
Define dispersion in environmental science.
💡 Hint: Consider how gases or liquids can disperse into the air or water.
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What is the main assumption of the steady-state condition?
💡 Hint: Consider if concentrations can really change.
Gaussian distributions are used to represent which of the following?
💡 Hint: Recall the bell curve shape.
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Given a scenario where a vending machine emits soda vapors, describe the Gaussian distribution of the vapors considering varying wind speeds.
💡 Hint: Think about how a breeze affects the way you smell soda from a distance.
Analyze how rapid changes in wind direction might affect a steady-state concentration model for a large factory.
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly changing winds would impact air quality in an industrial area.
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