Estimation of sources and factors affecting indoor VOC levels using basic numerical methods

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a concern due to their adverse health effects and extensive usage. Levels of indoor VOCs were measured in six homes located in three different towns in Çanakkale, Turkey. Monthly indoor VOC samples were collected by passive sampling throughout a year. The highes...

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Published in:	AIMS Environmental Science
Main Authors:	Sibel Mentese, Deniz Tasdibi, Ersin Orak
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	AIMS Press 2016-11-01
Subjects:	building characteristics; environmental factors; indoor air pollution; occupants’ habits; volatile organic compounds
Online Access:	http://www.aimspress.com/environmental/article/1104/fulltext.html

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