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sulphur oxide
Definition

An oxide of sulphur, such as sulphur dioxide and sulphur trioxide; they are formed primarily from the combustion of fossil fuels; major air pollutants and cause of damage to the respiratory tract as well as vegetation.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/8204