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What are Particulate Matter (PM)?
Particulate Matter (PM) are solid and liquid particles that are suspended in the air, most of which pose a hazard.
What are the main components of the set of suspended particles that pollute the air?
Sulfates and organic matter.
What are some sources of suspended particles in the air?
Sources include combustion processes, windblown dust, and the transformation of gases emitted such as SO2.
How can long-term exposure to suspended particles affect health?
Long-term exposure can affect the lungs, cause a shorter life expectancy, and have a greater impact on people with cardiac and pulmonary conditions.
What is one of the main sources of lead emissions in the atmosphere?
Gasoline-powered vehicles, as alkyl derivatives of lead are used as anti-knock additives in gasoline.
What are some other human sources of lead?
Chemical industries like paint, mining industries, metal smelting and recovery processes, waste incineration, sewage sludge, coal combustion, and battery manufacturing.
In what form do lead emissions into the atmosphere occur?
Lead emissions occur in the form of particles and gaseous compounds.
What is the size range of most lead particles in the atmosphere?
Most lead particles in the atmosphere are less than 1 micrometer in diameter.
Why is lead considered very dangerous for the environment?
Lead does not undergo chemical or biological degradation, remaining highly toxic in the environment for long periods of time.
How does lead affect food chains?
Lead accumulation in living organisms (known as bioaccumulation) affects food chains.
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