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Air pollution

Investigate how outdoor and indoor air pollutants—such as ozone, particulate matter, and volatile organic compounds—affect air quality and human health. Examine the formation of photochemical smog, the role of thermal inversions, and historical events like the Donora smog to understand pollution impacts.

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