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Perceptions of Indoor Air Quality Associated with Ventilation System Types in Elementary Schools

Michele R. Kinshella
,
Michael V. Van Dyke
,
Ken E. Douglas
&
John W. Martyny
Pages 952-960 | Published online: 30 Nov 2010

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