5.2 - Determining the Center of the Plume
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What does the term 'steady state' mean in the context of plume modeling?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means for concentrations to remain constant.
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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What is the assumption of 'steady state' in Gaussian models?
💡 Hint: Focus on what it means for a state to be 'steady'.
True or False: Boundary conditions are optional in a Gaussian dispersion model.
💡 Hint: Consider how edges dictate behavior in models.
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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.
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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