Particulates

Definition

Tiny particles suspended in the air, including those released by diesel exhausts, which contribute to air pollution.

Used by OCR

Paper 1

Diesel vehicles were attractive because they used less fuel and were cheaper to run, but their exhausts released harmful microscopic particulates.
Revise: Living conditions and lifestyles

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GCSE History · key term

Tiny particles suspended in the air, including those released by diesel exhausts, which contribute to air pollution.

Used by OCR

Paper 1

Diesel vehicles were attractive because they used less fuel and were cheaper to run, but their exhausts released harmful microscopic particulates.
Revise: Living conditions and lifestyles

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