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What is a criteria pollutant? Which of the pollutants in Table 13.3 come mainly from automobiles, and which come mostly from industry?
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Criteria pollutants are the six most common air pollutants found throughout the United States. These include ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxides, and lead. These pollutants are known to cause health dangers such as smog and Show more…
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