The effect of winds on pollution dispersal is such that

A) the concentration of air pollutants is directly proportional to the wind speed.
B) forced convection decreases with increased wind speed.
C) strong horizontal winds will lead to some vertical distribution of pollutants.
D) changing direction of wind has no significant impact on the rate of pollution dispersal.


Answer: C

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