Removal of atmospheric particles by leaves and twigs of urban trees: Some preliminary observations and assessment of research needs |
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| Authors: | William H. Smith Brian J. Staskawicz |
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| Affiliation: | (1) School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, Yale University, 06511 New Haven, CT;(2) Department of Plant Pathology, University of California, 94720 Berkeley, CA |
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| Abstract: | This paper reviews the various lines of evidence that support the hypothesis that above-ground plant parts remove particulates from the atmosphere. Some scanning electron microscope observations of the particulate burden on leaves of London planetree are discussed. The authors present an outline of the kinds of research required to support or reject the hypothesis that urban woody plants are important air filters. |
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| Keywords: | Air pollution Particulates TSP removal Trees Urban trees Sinks Mitigation SEM |
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