Which one of the following is not correct as regards the harmful effects of particulate matter of the size 2.5 micrometers or less?
- It can directly enter into our circulatory system
- It can be inhaled into the lungs
- It can cause respiratory problems
- It can cause inflammation and damage to the lungs
Answer
(1) It can directly enter into our circulatory system
Solution
As per NCERT, particulate size 2.5 or less ( PM2.5) is responsible for causing the greatest harm to human health. These fine particulates can be inhaled deep into the lungs and can cause breathing and respiratory symptoms, irritation, inflammations and damage to the lungs, and premature deaths.
NCERT does not state that they directly enter the circulatory system.
Answer: (1)