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Estimation of Particulate Pollutants in Air

Telangana Board · Class 10 · Environmental Education

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What are Particulate Pollutants?

  • Particulate matter consists of solid particles and liquid droplets present in air
  • Examples include dust particles, pollen grains, smoke particles, vehicular exhaust, fly ash, coal dust, cement dust, and mist
  • Their presence beyond certain limits causes air pollution
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Sources of Particulate Pollutants

  • Natural sources: Pollen grains, dust storms, volcanic eruptions, sea salt particles
  • Human-made sources: Vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, construction activities, burning of fossil fuels
  • Household sources: Cooking smoke, aerosol sprays, incense burning
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Effects of Particulate Pollutants

  • Prevents solar radiation from reaching Earth's surface
  • Prevents heat from escaping Earth's surface
  • Net effect contributes to global warming
4

Estimation Method - Glass Slide Experiment

  • Materials needed: 6 clean glass slides, petroleum jelly, marker pen, magnifying glass/microscope
  • Preparation: Number slides 1-6, coat one side with petroleum jelly
  • Placement: Position slides at different locations (terrace, window sill, bedroom, kitchen, drawer, garden)

Key Concepts

Solid particles and liquid droplets presentParticulate matter comes from various sourcesParticulate matter prevents solar radiation fromUsing glass slides coated with petroleum

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