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pollutant > air pollutant > fine dust

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fine dust  

Definition

  • Air-borne solid particles, originating from human activity and natural sources, such as wind-blown soil and fires, that eventually settle through the force of gravity, and can cause injury to human and other animal respiratory systems through excessive inhalation.

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/3209

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