Asked by amandeep jhanda on Sep 28, 2024

What condition may be a result of fine and ultrafine particles being lodged in the lungs? 

A)  hepatitis 
B)  interference with uptake of carbon monoxide in the blood 
C)  skin cancer 
D)  asthma attacks

Fine and Ultrafine Particles

Small particles found in the air, often resulting from pollution, which can pose health risks due to their ability to penetrate deep into the lungs.

Asthma Attacks

Episodes where an individual with asthma experiences intensified symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness.

Lungs

The primary organs of the respiratory system in humans and many animals, responsible for gas exchange between the air and the bloodstream.

  • Acquire knowledge about the health outcomes resulting from various air pollutants.
  • Recognize the distinctions between indoor and outdoor air pollution and its effects on health.