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Themember4

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on: Jul 14, 2018
Explain the historical significance of the Donora, Pennsylvania pollution episode.
 
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Question 2

Los Angeles type smog is primarily a result of
 
  A) smoke.
  B) fog.
  C) photochemical reactions.
  D) advected coastal fog laden with salt crystals.


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bigcheese9

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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: It is widely believed that the Donora event was a catalyst in the enactment of antipollution legislation in the United States.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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