Airborne Pollution
Emma Mashburn Mr. Knapp APES April 24, 2013 Airborne Particulate Lab Follow up Questions A fine course particle is less than 2.5 micrometers in size and is easily inhaled deep into the lungs. A course particles is greater than 2.5 micrometers but smaller than 10 micrometers Fine particles can cause increased respiratory systems, decreased lung function, and aggracated asthma. Five examples of particle pollutants are soot, windblown dust, aerosols, pollen, and insect body parts.