ISSN:
1573-2932
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Energy, Environment Protection, Nuclear Power Engineering
Notes:
Abstract The present study on atmospheric biopollutants in the vicinity of Gorakhpur was carried out from July 1979 to June 1981 by exposing adhesive slides. Pollen grains, fungal spores and organic matters were found to be maximum amongst the traps. Plant parts (floral parts, hairs, pollens, tissue segments), algal parts; animal parts (danders, insects with pollen, insect eggs, legs, mouthparts, scales, spicules, wings) and identified and unidentified organic parts loaded with bacteria/fungi were found in the air throughout year. Diurnal, monthly and seasonal variations in atmospheric biopollutants were studied quantitatively. The study of diurnal periodicity revealed maximum trapping of air-borne particles during morning and noon. The particles were maximum during the transition periods of the seasons (during mid October to mid November and March) and a minimum in June and August. The intensity of biopollutants increased with wind velocity and decreased with rainfall.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00599048
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