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Mercury Vapor from Smokestacks Raises Pollution Concern
Washington University researchers report mercury pollution comes from smokestack vapors as well as wastewater. Using Barringer spectrometers, they surveyed Missouri and Illinois plants and found 12 facilities emitting more mercury vapor than streams. They estimate 21,470 pounds yearly from vapors versus 14,600 pounds from top polluters.
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