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Urban plants vs. pollution: studying SO/sub 2/ effects

Journal Article · · Agric. Res. (Wash., D.C.); (United States)
OSTI ID:5413720
Using precisely controlled conditions-temperature, light, and humidity in a growth chamber, the basic relationships between woody plants and air pollution are being studied. significant differences in the ability of leaves of woody plants to absorb sulfur dioxide from their microenvironment are examined. Red maple, white birch, and sweetgum seedlings absorb more SO/sub 2/ than do rhododendron, white ash, and azalea seedlings. (3photos)
OSTI ID:
5413720
Journal Information:
Agric. Res. (Wash., D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Agric. Res. (Wash., D.C.); (United States) Vol. 23:2; ISSN AGREA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English