Question: Derive a mathematical formula for the maximum mixing depth (MMD)for a hot, dry air pollution source (T source >T ambient ) into a subadiabatic atmosphere

Derive a mathematical formula for the maximum mixing depth (MMD)for a hot, dry air pollution source (Tsource >Tambient) into a subadiabatic atmosphere based onTsource, Tambient,(dT/dz)adiabatic and (dT/dz)ambient. Considerthe emission of exhaust from a vehicle. The temperature ofthe exhaust is 50 degrees C and the exhaust behavesadiabatically. The ambient temperature is 25 degrees C andthe ambient lapse rate is -5 degrees C/km. What is theexpected MMD for the emissions?

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