Published February 27, 2021
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Vertical Distribution of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Window Organic Films Formed in an Urban Street Canyon
Authors/Creators
- 1. National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Zografos GR-15784, Tel: +30-210-727-4154; Fax: +30-210-727-4750
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- 1. National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece, Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Zografos GR-15784, Tel: +30-210-727-4154; Fax: +30-210-727-4750
Description
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAHs) were determined in outdoor organic fi lms formed on
window glasses inside a street canyon at four different heights. The vertical distribution of PAHs in
the organic film and the factors responsible for this have been studied. Significant changes of the
concentration levels depending on the height and on the season were observed. The concentrations
were elevated in the organic film at the street level and during the cold period. This work provides
evidences that window organic film may pose an additional risk for human health in such locations
through the accumulation of PAHs near the street level.
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- ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION
- https://www.jelsciences.com/topics/124/environmental-contamination