Articles | Volume 17, issue 15
https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-17-9485-2017
https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-17-9485-2017
Review article
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08 Aug 2017
Review article |  | 08 Aug 2017

A review of current knowledge concerning PM2. 5 chemical composition, aerosol optical properties and their relationships across China

Jun Tao, Leiming Zhang, Junji Cao, and Renjian Zhang

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In this study, studies on PM2.5 chemical composition, source apportionment and its impact on aerosol optical properties across China are thoroughly reviewed, and historical emission control policies in China and their effectiveness in reducing PM2.5 are discussed.
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