1.6 - Gaussian Dispersion Model Parameters
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What is the definition of an emission rate?
💡 Hint: Think about emissions in terms of quantity and time.
What does an emission factor help to determine?
💡 Hint: Consider how one could assess emissions from specific activities.
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What is an emission factor?
💡 Hint: Think about how we quantify pollutants.
True or False: Fugitive emissions are planned releases of pollutants.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of the term 'fugitive'.
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Develop a dispersion model that incorporates both plume reflection and fugitive emissions for a manufacturing facility. Consider the types of pollutants emitted.
💡 Hint: Consider how to estimate both known and unknown emissions.
Examine how seasonal changes might affect the emission factors for a coal power plant and discuss strategies for compensating in models.
💡 Hint: Think about how combustion and emissions might change with differing fuel types and weather patterns.
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