Question

How particulate air pollutants affect human health?

Answer 1

1. These fine particulates can be inhaled deep into the lungs and are responsible for irritation, inflammation and damage to lungs.
2. In addition to this, it causes breathing and respiratory disorders and premature deaths.
3. Smoke, smog, pesticides, heavy metals, dust and radioactive elements are the examples of particulate pollutants.
4. Significant illnesses like asthma, lung, cancer, atherosclerosis, birth deformities, and early mortality are brought on by these pollutants.
5. Additionally, these contaminants adversely damage plants by delaying photosynthesis.