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Science 10 June 1960:
Vol. 131. no. 3415, pp. 1733 - 1734
DOI: 10.1126/science.131.3415.1733
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Effect of Synthetic Smog on Spontaneous Activity of Mice

Robert D. Boche 1 and J. J. Quilligan, Jr. 1

1 Department of Pediatrics, College of Medical Evangelists, Los Angeles County General Hospital, Los Angeles, California

Mice allowed to run in a revolving-drum activity cage are sensitive indicators of air pollution. They respond to the presence of synthetic smog by diminishing their 24-hour activity in the revolving wheels. The redLIction in wheel activity is comparatively greater for larger amounts of smog.

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