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The occurrence of ultrafine particles in the specific environment of children
Heinz Burtscher1, Karen Schüepp
1Institute for Aerosol and Sensor Technology, University of Applied Sciences, Northwestern Switzerland, CH 5210 Windisch, Switzerland. heinz.burtscher@fhnw.ch
Abstract:
Interest in ultrafine particles (UFP) has been increasing due to their specific physico-chemical characteristics. Ultrafine particles are those with an aerodynamic diameter of <0.1 μm and are also commonly know as nanoparticles (0.1 μm = 100 nm). Due to their small size UFP contribute mostly to particle number concentrations and are therefore underestimated in actual pollution measurements, which commonly measure mass concentration. Children represent the most vulnerable group in regard to particulate exposure due to their developing status and different exposures compared to adults. This review discusses the sources of ultrafine particles as well as the specific exposures of children highlighting the importance and uniqueness of this age group.
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