Indoor PM₁₀ and PM_2.5 at Nurseries and Primary Schools

Abstract:

This paper aims to review the available studies that have been done concerning PM₁₀ and PM_2.5 concentrations in nurseries and primary schools since 2008, to provide a summary of the available scientific findings concerning the concentrations, indoor/outdoor (I/O) ratios and the sources. Levels of PM observed worldwide exceeded several times national legislations and WHO guidelines, especially in developing countries. I/O ratios were several times higher than 1 and high PM levels were reported as due mainly constant re-suspension of particles.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 433-440)
• Pages: 385-390
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.433-440.385
• Online since: January 2012
• Authors: Sousa Siv, M.C.M. Alvim-Ferraz, F.G. Martins
• Keywords: Composition, Indoor/Outdoor Ratio, Particle Concentrations, Source

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