pol·lut·ant (p -l t nt)n. Something that pollutes, especially a waste material that contaminates air, soil, or water. |
pollutant
[pəlo̅o̅′tənt]
Etymology: L, polluere, to defoul
an unwanted substance that occurs in the environment, usually with health-threatening effects. Pollutants may exist in the atmosphere as gases or fine particles that may be irritating to the lungs, eyes, and skin; in drinking water as dissolved or suspended substances; and in foods or beverages as carcinogens or mutagens.
Patient discussion about pollutant.
Q. where would i find list of all the "clean" cities and the rates of air pollution ...?
A. i don't know about a list of "good" cities, but i know a list of the worse cities for Asthmatic people!-
http://www.webmd.com/asthma/news/20050215/americas-worst-asthma-cities
Read more or ask a question about pollutanthttp://www.webmd.com/asthma/news/20050215/americas-worst-asthma-cities
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