Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry

Department of Chemistry, Environmental Analytical Research Laboratory, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria

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• Research Article   
  Source Identification and Heavy Metal Analysis of Fine Particulate Matter (PM_2.5) in an Industrialized Urban Area of Lagos State, Nigeria
  Author(s): Chiedu I Emmanuel*, Oyibo O Faith, Anuge O Benedicta and Akanji A Aminat
  
  Gaseous pollutants and particulate matter are released into the atmosphere at concentrations above their normal ambient level; this is caused by the increasing human activities which eventually have a measurable effect on humans, animals and plants. Particulate matter (PM) which can be inhaled into the human respiratory system is related to most serious health effect including pulmonary and cardiovascular illness. Based on the field study conducted, the concentrations of PM2.5 at the different locations vary with respect to anthropogenic sources. The PM2.5 levels obtained ranged from 14.00 to 32.67 μg/m3 during wet season and 18.67 to 34.67 μg/m3 during dry season. Trace elements especially heavy metals are significant components of PM2.5 in industrial environments. The heavy metals are of particu.. Read More»
  

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