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Atmospheric chemistry and air pollution
Jeffrey S Gaffney1, Nancy A Marley
1Environmental Research Division, Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 South Cass Avenue, Building 203, Argonne, IL 60439-4843, USA. gaffney@anl.gov
Thescientificworldjournal
|June 14, 2003
Summary
This review covers atmospheric chemistry, focusing on air pollution. It examines urban and regional air quality, including ozone, aerosols, and their global impacts.
Area of Science:
- Atmospheric Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Air Quality Research
Background:
- Air pollution poses significant environmental and health challenges.
- Understanding atmospheric processes is crucial for mitigating pollution impacts.
- Historical context of air pollution provides insights into current issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a mini-review of atmospheric chemistry.
- To overview the photochemistry of ozone and oxidants.
- To examine urban and regional air quality issues and global impacts.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of atmospheric chemistry.
- Overview of photochemical processes.
- Examination of urban, regional, and global air pollution topics.
Main Results:
- Ozone and oxidants are key products of atmospheric photochemistry.
- Urban air quality is affected by ozone, aerosols, and industrial emissions.
- Regional issues include acid rain, aerosol transport, and visibility reduction.
Conclusions:
- Atmospheric chemistry is vital for understanding air pollution.
- Pollutants like ozone and aerosols have significant urban, regional, and global impacts.
- Further research into oxidant chemistry and pollutant effects is warranted.