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indoor air quality
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bbc.comscience24 days ago
Microplastics Found in Indoor Air with Potential for Annual Inhalation of Millions of Particles
Microplastics are present in the air inside homes, where individuals may inhale millions of these particles each year. Research indicates concentrations of these particles in indoor environments. Certain household adjustments can reduce exposure to microplastics.
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)science28 days ago
Study Finds Benzene Levels in One in 10 Homes in UK, Italy and Netherlands from Gas Appliances
A study reported by New Scientist detected elevated benzene levels in 10 percent of tested homes in the UK, Italy and the Netherlands. The source of the benzene was slow leaks from gas hobs and ovens. The findings highlight potential indoor air quality risks associated with gas c…
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