3.2 - Integration of the Plume Volume
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Define steady-state assumption in the context of pollutant dispersion.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to concentrations over time at a fixed point.
What does the Gaussian model depict regarding pollutant concentration?
💡 Hint: Recall the shape of the distribution curve.
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What does the steady-state assumption imply?
💡 Hint: Think about concentration stability over time at fixed points.
True or False: The Gaussian dispersion model assumes pollutants spread symmetrically in all directions.
💡 Hint: Visualize the shape of the dispersion model.
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A factory emits pollutants at a rate of 100 grams per second. Assuming a constant wind speed of 3 meters per second and applying the Gaussian dispersion model, calculate the expected concentration at a distance of 100 meters.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to incorporate the plume parameters in your calculations!
Considering an area where wind direction changes frequently, how should environmental models adapt when using the Gaussian dispersion model?
💡 Hint: Think about how changes in wind direction could affect dispersion patterns.
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