: a black substance formed by combustion or separated from fuel during combustion, rising in fine particles, and adhering to the sides of the chimney or pipe conveying the smoke
especially
: the fine powder consisting chiefly of carbon that colors smoke
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Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2024
Santiago-Romero further aimed to push for dust mitigation efforts after residents faced a series of issues, such as film and soot coating their homes, vehicles and causing respiratory problems.
—Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 21 May 2024
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Noun
Burning coal also contributes to lung-damaging smog and soot pollution that triggers respiratory ailments and shaves years off lives.
—Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2024
Santiago-Romero further aimed to push for dust mitigation efforts after residents faced a series of issues, such as film and soot coating their homes, vehicles and causing respiratory problems.
—Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 21 May 2024
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“Soot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soot. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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