Temperature Inversion: In the winter months in a small town located in a valley, a temperature inversion has occurred. An inversion is a change the normal atmosphere where a layer of cool air at the surface is overlain by a layer of warmer air, therefore limiting the ability for air at the bottom to escape. An inversion can lead to pollution and contaminates being trapped close to the ground, with possible adverse effects on health.
will prepare a paper on the environmental health functions and public health responsibilities related to an air quality control and protection scenario provided
think about your role as current or future public health professional and how you might address the scenario. Consider the responsibilities and services you may be called upon to carry out for the community
