Rainfall Simulation on Disturbed Lands Treated with Dust Suppressants : Hydrologic Impacts
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چکیده
Disturbed land surfaces are a major source of fine particulate matter in the air. Dust suppressants are applied to these surfaces to minimize the suspension of the particulate matter. The application of dust suppressants affects the runoff characteristics of these lands as well as the water quality of the runoff. A rainfall simulator has been designed to create rainfall, and to study the hydrological impacts. Results of the study indicate that different dust suppressants have different magnitudes of hydrologic impacts.
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