Occurrence of sulfur dioxide injury to plants in the Selby smoke zone

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1914 · Bur. Mines Bull.; (United States)

OSTI ID:7204971

Jones, W W

The Selby smoke zone consists of a strip of land along the bay or straits between the city limits of Vallejo and the eastern part of the city of Benicia and extending inland about 3 1/2 miles to the northeast. During the period of my investigation (from March 12 to May 8, 1914) no attempt was made to procure first-hand information as to the extent of the region involved, nor as to the nature of the allegations of the residents. Weather conditions were rather variable, and it was thus possible to observe the vegetation under variable atmospheric conditions with respect to humidity, temperature, and intensity of illumination. The authors report deals with the occurrence of sulfur dioxide injury, the common fungus diseases, the presence of insect pests, the nature of the soil, the cultural methods and practices, etc. As the plant pathologist is concerned with all conditions that influence the health of plants, it was necessary to include this wide range topics. Not only were the cultivated crops, trees, and ornamental plants observed, but also the native species. Botanical specimens were taken on the various farms visited and along the highways.

• OSTI ID: 7204971
• Journal Information: Bur. Mines Bull.; (United States), Journal Name: Bur. Mines Bull.; (United States) Vol. 98; ISSN XY643
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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560300* -- Chemicals Metabolism & Toxicology
63 RADIATION, THERMAL, AND OTHER ENVIRON. POLLUTANT EFFECTS ON LIVING ORGS. AND BIOL. MAT.
AIR POLLUTION
CHALCOGENIDES
CROPS
INJURIES
ORNAMENTAL PLANTS
OXIDES
OXYGEN COMPOUNDS
PLANT DISEASES
PLANTS
POLLUTION
SMELTERS
SULFUR COMPOUNDS
SULFUR DIOXIDE
SULFUR OXIDES
SURVEYS
TOXICITY
TREES
WEATHER