Air quality characteristic
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-000357
A measurable property or attribute of the ambient air that describes its composition and physical state. This includes the concentrations of specific gases, particulate matter, and other substances, as well as parameters like temperature and humidity. These characteristics are used to assess the suitability of air for human health and environmental well-being.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-000357 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and the Environment |
| References | PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2173 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167) |
| See also | Constituent |
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