Air sampler
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003388
A device used to collect atmospheric constituents, such as particulate matter, gases, or biological aerosols, for subsequent analysis. These instruments draw a known volume of air through a filter or collection medium, allowing for the quantification of pollutant concentrations. Samplers vary in design depending on the specific pollutant and sampling duration required.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003388 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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