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Behind closed doors: the problem of indoor air pollution

Journal Article · · Environment; (United States)
OSTI ID:5856870
Scientists are becoming increasingly convinced that indoor air pollution is a serious problem--one that may, in fact, pose an even greater threat to health than outdoor air pollution. This first of two companion articles discusses the individual pollutants, their known concentrations inside homes, the health problems they pose, and possible methods of controlling them.
Research Organization:
National Indoor Environmental Inst.
OSTI ID:
5856870
Journal Information:
Environment; (United States), Journal Name: Environment; (United States) Vol. 25:2; ISSN ENVTA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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