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Welcome to the image collection dedicated to the phenomenon of smog — a special combination of atmospheric and anthropogenic factors that lead to the formation of dense polluted air over urban and industrial areas. If you are looking for informative materials or photographs demonstrating the specifics and scale of smog, you have come to the right place. Here you will find images reflecting the diverse manifestations of smog in various climatic and geographic conditions, available for free use.

Smog is a mixture of fog with harmful gaseous and aerosol pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, fine soot particles, and dust. It arises from intense fuel combustion, industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, as well as certain meteorological conditions that favor the accumulation of pollutants in the near-surface atmospheric layer.

Photos showing smog may depict both thick, dense haze that limits visibility and a thin layer of polluted air hanging over streets and buildings. Smog often forms in valleys or densely populated agglomerations where terrain and atmospheric conditions contribute to air stagnation. This feature affects the appearance of the urban environment and demonstrates the interaction between the atmosphere and anthropogenic sources of pollution.

Images of smog cover different seasons and times of day — from winter days with stagnant conditions, when smog is particularly pronounced due to temperature inversion, to summer periods when solar ultraviolet radiation transforms the components of smog, influencing its density and composition. You can also find photos of smog in different climate zones — from cold temperate latitudes to the tropics.

In the landscape context, smog surrounds industrial zones, transportation arteries, residential neighborhoods, and natural locations, showcasing the complex interaction between natural processes and human activity. Smog is an important indicator of a region's environmental status and affects the health and quality of life of the population.

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City Silhouette in Smog at Sunset

Factory building with smokestacks against a red sky

Industrial Landscape in Red Light