Neutron activation analysis of Ce, Yb, Se and Cr in the atmosphere of some major urban and industrial areas of Punjab, Pakistan

The determination of Ce, Yb, Se and Cr has been carried out in the atmosphere of Lahore, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Wah Cantt and Khanispur (background area) by INAA. Ce and Cr are associated with anthropogenic activities, while Yb is mainly due to soil derived aerosols. Se represents both anthropogenic as well as soil derived aerosols.