Seasonal Variation in the Chemical Composition and Morphology of Aerosol Particles in the Center of Katowice, Poland

Scientists collected air samples from the center of Katowice, Poland during the period February-May 2001. These samples were evaluated for their contents of PM 2.5 and PM 10 materials. The samples collected in the project were evaluated using a range of techniques, including gravimetry, X-ray photoe...

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Published in:Polish journal of environmental studies 2003-01, Vol.12 (5), p.619-619
Main Authors: Wawros, A, Talik, E, Zelechower, M, Pastuszka, J S, Skrzypek, D, Ujma, Z
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Language:English
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Summary:Scientists collected air samples from the center of Katowice, Poland during the period February-May 2001. These samples were evaluated for their contents of PM 2.5 and PM 10 materials. The samples collected in the project were evaluated using a range of techniques, including gravimetry, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy combined with an energy dispersive spectrometer and electron paramagnetic resonance. The integrated analytical methodology enabled researchers to evaluate elemental composition, size, and morphology of over 300 individual atmospheric particles. Meteorological conditions (e.g., wind speed and direction) strongly influenced the composition of the aerosol particles. Anthropogenic contaminants were contained in corpuscles.
ISSN:1230-1485