Coal combustion aerosols and SO/sub 2/: An interdisciplinary analysis

Journal Article · Sat Feb 01 04:00:00 EST 1986 · Environ. Sci. Technol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/es00144a004· OSTI ID:6111657

Amdur, M O; Sarofim, A F; Neville, M; Quann, R J; McCarthy, J F; Elliott, J F; Lam, H F; Rogers, A E; Conner, M W

Coal combustion produces both SO/sub 2/ and submicrometer metal oxides that can react to form irritant aerosols with potential effects on health. Experimental coal combustion studies defined conditions leading to the formation of submicrometer fume and characterized its composition. Effects of temperature and humidity during mixing on the reaction products of SO/sub 2/ and ZnO, which occur in the fume, were determined. These atmospheres produced altered pulmonary function and morphology in guinea pigs. Functional and morphologic changes were correlated. 42 references, 8 figures, 2 tables.

• Research Organization: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge
• OSTI ID: 6111657
• Journal Information: Environ. Sci. Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: Environ. Sci. Technol.; (United States) Vol. 20:2; ISSN ESTHA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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