5.2 - Fluid Mechanic Models
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Practice Questions
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What is a point source in pollution modeling?
💡 Hint: Think of something you can physically point to.
Define turbulence in fluid dynamics.
💡 Hint: It’s the opposite of smooth flowing.
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What type of source is a factory smokestack classified as?
💡 Hint: Consider how it's defined.
True or False: The Gaussian dispersion model assumes pollutants disperse uniformly.
💡 Hint: Think about the reality of airflow.
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An area source produces pollutants over a broad area. Describe how you would model it and the data you would need.
💡 Hint: Think about the broader impact on the community.
Compare and contrast AERMOD and CALPUFF based on their applications in different scenarios.
💡 Hint: What distinguishes steady versus transient modeling?
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