Understanding Atmospheric Dispersion of Accidental Releases

, by Devaull, George E.; King, John A.; Lantzy, Ronald J.; Fontaine, David J.

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ISBN: 9780816906819 | 0816906815
Cover: Hardcover
Copyright: 12/15/1995

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A brief introduction to a complex topic, giving a description of the processes involved in an accidental or emergency release and the resulting downwind transport and dilution of gases, vapors, and aerosols.

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Preface
Nomenclature
Introduction
Purpose
Release/Dispersion Scenario Overview
Hazards
Meteorology
The Atmosphere
Turbulence in the Atmosphere
Mechanically Generated Turbulence'
Vertical Density Stratification and Buoyancy
Atmospheric Stability Classifications
Similarity Scaling in the Atmospheric Boundary Layer
Changes Over Time in the Atmospheric Boundary Layer
Source Estimates-Leaks and Ruptures
Leaks and Small Holes
Phase Changes in Released Fluids
Aerosol Formation in Liquid of Flashing Liquid Releases
Transient Vessel Inventory Loss
Catastrophic Vessel Failures
Sources-Liquid Pools
Boiling Liquid Pools
Evaporation of Volatile Liquids
Evaporation of Relatively Nonvolatile Liquids
Multicomponent Mixture Spills
Buoyant and Dense-Gas Jet Releases
Jet Length Scales
Momentum and Buoyancy
The Effect of Wind and Ambient Turbulence
Low-Velocity Dense-Gas Releases
Source Specification
Source Area Region
Stably-Stratified Region
Passive Dispersion Region
Passive Dispersion
The Mechanics of Turbulent Dispersion
Passive Dispersion from Elevated Releases
Near-Ground Passive Dispersion
Dispersion Averaging Times
Complex Flow Considerations
Building Wakes and Stack Downwash
Gravity-Driven Flows and the Effects of Terrain
Aerosol Rainout
Fanning Plumes and Subsidence
Hazard Evaluations
Chemical Toxicity
Flammability
Computer Models
References
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