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location, and orientation with respect to other structures (Ramsey and
Roger, 1991).
63.4 Participates

Many combustion operations emit partially burned hydrocarbon
particulates from incomplete combustion. These particulates, such as
soot, can be removed by passing the flue gas through a scrubber, where
the particulates become entrained in the water.

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