stofpartikler
Stofpartikler, often referred to as particulate matter (PM), are tiny solid or liquid droplets suspended in the air. They are a complex mixture of various substances, including soot, dust, smoke, and aerosols. Their size varies significantly, but they are generally categorized based on their aerodynamic diameter. PM2.5 refers to particles with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less, while PM10 includes particles up to 10 micrometers. For comparison, a human hair is typically about 50 to 70 micrometers wide.
These particles can originate from both natural and anthropogenic sources. Natural sources include volcanic eruptions, dust
The presence of stofpartikler in the atmosphere has significant implications for human health and the environment.