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What are the key achievements of the Clean Air Act?
Reduction of lead in the atmosphere, reduction of acid rain, and protection of the ozone layer.
When was the Clean Air Act passed?
1963
Define primary pollutants.
Pollutants emitted directly from a source.
Define secondary pollutants.
Pollutants formed when primary pollutants react in the atmosphere.
What are NOx?
Nitrogen oxides (like NO and NO2).
What are SOx?
Sulfur oxides (like SO2 and SO3).
What are COx?
Carbon oxides (like CO and CO2).
What is the Clean Air Act?
US federal law regulating air emissions.
Define hydrocarbons.
Organic compounds made of hydrogen and carbon.
Define particulates.
Tiny solid or liquid particles suspended in the air.
Define VOCs.
Volatile Organic Compounds that evaporate easily.
Define PM2.5.
Particulate Matter with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less.
What are the key achievements of the Clean Air Act?
Reduction of lead in the atmosphere, reduction of acid rain, and protection of the ozone layer.
When was the Clean Air Act passed?
1963
What is the main goal of the Clean Air Act?
To regulate air emissions in the US.