Geology, geography and global energy

Scientific and Technical Journal

CHARACTERISTICS OF URBAN AIR BASIN POLLUTION

2020. №4, pp. 169-172

Morozova Larisa A. - Astrakhan State University, larisa.mor@bk.ru

The article discusses one of the most pressing problems of modern urban areas - the impact of road transport on the air basin. Road transport is the main source of air pollution in most large cities. Astrakhan is the largest industrial and cultural center of the Lower Volga region, characterized by an increase in the number of cars every year. The paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the road transport, provides an analysis of the sources of air pollution in the city of Astrakhan. The dependences of emissions of internal combustion engines on various factors are characterized. The problems of the transport system of Astrakhan are identified. Recommendations are given for improving the city's road network.

Key words: air pollution, motorization, transport network, urbanization

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