Abstract
Concentrations of thirteen elements in rainwater from the Pittsburgh, Pa., area were analysed by Charged Particle Induced X-ray Emission (PIXE). They were compared to rainwater in a rural area and air particulates in Pittsburgh. Local and non-local contributions are discussed. Washout ratios were calculated and found to be larger for smaller size particles, contrary to general belief. This work demonstrates the convenience of using PIXE.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3402/tellusa.v28i1.10190 | Journal eISSN: 3035-9554
Language: English
Page range: 24 - 30
Submitted on: Sep 30, 1974
Accepted on: Mar 13, 1975
Published on: Jan 1, 1976
Published by: Stockholm University Press
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
© 1976 K. C. Chan, B. L. Cohen, J. O. Frohliger, L. Shabason, published by Stockholm University Press
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