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Determining the Center of the Plume

5.2 - Determining the Center of the Plume

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does the term 'steady state' mean in the context of plume modeling?

💡 Hint: Think about what it means for concentrations to remain constant.

Question 2 Easy

What principle ensures that mass is neither created nor destroyed within a closed system?

💡 Hint: Consider how objects interact in a closed environment.

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Question 1

What is the assumption of 'steady state' in Gaussian models?

A point where concentration varies wildly
Concentration remains constant over time
Concentration increases exponentially

💡 Hint: Focus on what it means for a state to be 'steady'.

Question 2

True or False: Boundary conditions are optional in a Gaussian dispersion model.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how edges dictate behavior in models.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given the wind speed changes, derive new effective concentration values at various heights using provided dispersion coefficients.

💡 Hint: Consider how wind might change dispersion rate coefficients.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the implications of not accounting for steady state when modeling a site with variable emissions.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the importance of stability in regulatory contexts.

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