Climatic factors contributing to long-term variations in surface fine dust concentration in the United States

High concentrations of dust particles can cause respiratory problems and increase non-accidental mortality. Studies found fine dust (with an aerodynamic diameter of less than 2.5 µm) is an important component of the total PM<sub>2.5</sub> mass in the western and central US in spring...

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Main Authors: B. Pu, P. Ginoux
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2018-03-01
Series:Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
Online Access:https://www.atmos-chem-phys.net/18/4201/2018/acp-18-4201-2018.pdf