Particulate (Noun)
Meaning
A small discrete mass of solid or liquid matter that remains individually dispersed in gas or liquid emissions (usually considered to be an atmospheric pollutant).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The air quality monitor detected high levels of particulate matter in the atmosphere near the industrial site.
- Particulate emissions from diesel engines have been linked to various respiratory problems in urban areas.
- The new regulations aim to reduce particulate pollution from construction sites by implementing stricter dust control measures.
- Researchers studied the effects of particulate exposure on lung function in children living near busy highways.
- The particulate levels in the city's air were significantly higher during rush hour due to increased vehicle traffic.