Characterization of particulate matter in California

Dolislager, LJ; Motallebi, N

HERO ID

12197

Reference Type

Journal Article

Year

1999

PMID

29073883

HERO ID 12197
In Press No
Year 1999
Title Characterization of particulate matter in California
Authors Dolislager, LJ; Motallebi, N
Journal Journal of the Air and Waste Management Association
Volume 49
Issue 9
Page Numbers PM-45-56
Abstract The size, composition, and concentration of particulate matter (PM) vary with location and time. Several monitoring/sampling programs are operated in California to characterize PM less than 2.5 and 10 mm in aerodynamic diameter (PM25 and PM10). This paper presents a broad summary of the spatial and temporal variations observed in ambient PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations in California. Many areas that have high PM10 concentrations also have relatively high PM2.5 concentrations, and data indicate that a significant portion of the PM10 air quality problem is caused by PM2.5. To develop effective plans for attaining the ambient PM standards, improved understanding of these unique problems is needed. Since 1989, pollution control efforts-whether specifically targeted for particulate matter or indirectly via controls on gaseous emissions-have caused annual average PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations to decline at most sites in California.
Doi 10.1080/10473289.1999.10463898
Pmid 29073883
Wosid WOS:000083026400006
Url http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10473289.1999.10463898
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Comments ECRIB.J. Air Waste Manage. Assoc. 49: PM-45-56.
Is Public Yes
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