Simulation of PM2.5 behavior due to non-essential activities in poorly ventilated spaces
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Indoor air quality has gained importance due to significant time people spend in these spaces unaware of the air they're exposed to. PM2.5 is a major indoor pollutant. Thus, this study aimed to analyze PM2.5 scenarios during activities like burning candles, incense, and mosquito coils, using mass balance models. Sparkler candles and spiral mosquito coils were the highest emission sources, with PM2.5 levels up to 12,124 µg/candle and 775 µg/min. Notably, a 30 m³ room burning a mosquito coil for 53 minutes led to poor air quality for 116 minutes. Similarly, a 60 m³ room with a sparkler candle generated poor air quality for 65 minutes. These findings reveal short-term emission sources can still compromise health due to high PM2.5 concentrations. Wind speed and room dimensions also mattered. This research informs individuals to engage in these activities more health-consciously.
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