Fig. 1.
Characterization of particulate matter (PM) based on size. Particulate matter < 10 μm (PM10) can enter the human thorax, whereas PM < 2.5 μm (PM2.5) can reach the alveoli. RBC = red blood cell. (From Reference 6, with permission.)
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