In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Indoor Air Pollution 2. Causes and Sources of Indoor Air Pollution 3. Changes in Indoor Air Quality 4. Cigarette Smoke 5. Respiratory Illness Control. Introduction to Indoor Air Pollution: In order to stay alive, a person has to inhale about 25000 breaths of air each day i.e., about 25 m3 [...]
The following points highlight the ten major contaminants of indoor air. The contaminants are: 1. Biological Contaminants and Health Effects 2. Radon 3. Formaldehyde 4. Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) 5. Tobacco Smoke 6. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) 7. Stoves, Heaters, Fireplaces and Chimneys 8. Household Products 9. Pesticides 10. Electro-Magnetic Pollution. 1. Biological Contaminants and Health Effects: Bacteria, viruses, fungi, pollens, [...]
Some indoor air contaminants, principally particulates, can be removed effectively by commercially available filtration and removal technology. There are several air cleaners like media filters, electrostatic air cleaners, adsorbers, centrifugal separators, air washers and other absorbers. Most of these devices are relatively expensive and generally suitable for air conditioned buildings only. The indoor air pollution can be dangerous to health. [...]