1.1. Reasons for Analysis

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is one reason for analyzing particulate matter?

   Hint

   Think about why it's important to save money while doing analyses.

2. 2.

   Define source apportionment.

   Hint

   What are we determining about the pollution?

3. 3.

   What is one primary reason for measuring particulate matter?

   • A) Cost
   • B) Color
   • C) Size

   Hint

   Think about financial constraints for analysis.

4. 4.

   True or False: Scattering diameter and aerodynamic diameter are the same.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the definitions of both terms.

5. 5.

   If a city were to implement a new air quality monitoring program, describe the key steps they should take and how they could overcome cost barriers.

   Hint

   Consider the balance between cost and technology.

6. 6.

   Given a scenario of mixed PM sources from traffic and industry, how would you propose a measurement strategy to differentiate these sources?

   Hint

   Think of what tools would help unravel the complexity of mixed pollution sources.