6. PM – Particulate Matter

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define particulate matter.

   Hint

   Think about what is often present in polluted air.

2. 2.

   What is PM10?

   Hint

   Recall the definition provided by the teacher.

3. 3.

   What does PM stand for?

   • Particulate Matter
   • Potential Matter
   • Permanent Matter

   Hint

   Think about what the components of air pollution include.

4. 4.

   T/F: PM2.5 is larger than PM10.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the definitions of both PM10 and PM2.5.

5. 5.

   Consider a city with high levels of PM2.5 over several years. Analyze the potential long-term health implications and discuss regulations that could be implemented.

   Hint

   Think about health studies and regulatory measures discussed in class.

6. 6.

   Describe the mechanisms of particle deposition in the respiratory tract and how they differ for PM10 and PM2.5.

   Hint

   Refer to the discussions on inertia and settling behavior from class.