Comparisons of Spatial and Temporal Variations in PM<sub>2.5</sub>-Bound Trace Elements in Urban and Rural Areas of South Korea, and Associated Potential Health Risks

PM<sub>2.5</sub>-bound trace elements were chosen for health risk assessment because they have been linked to an increased risk of respiratory and cardiovascular illness. Since the Korean national air quality standard for ambient particulate matter is based on PM<sub>2.5</sub>...

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Main Authors: Jayant Nirmalkar, Kwangyul Lee, Junyoung Ahn, Jiyi Lee, Mijung Song
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-04-01
Series:Atmosphere
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4433/14/4/753