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If possible, opacity should be calculated and reported as a mass quantity (in terms of tons), using the best available data and methods. Opacity cannot be reported in terms of percent. If opacity is limited by permit and that limit is exceeded, it should be reported as an excess emission as well as part of the annual emissions in the emission inventory.
