noun
- extremely small particles of solid or liquid matter suspended in air or other gases, especially those considered as pollutants
Usage: technical; environmental science
Examples
- The air quality monitor detected high levels of particulates from vehicle emissions.
- Industrial factories release particulates that can harm respiratory health.
- The wildfire smoke contained dangerous particulates that reduced visibility.
- Scientists measured particulates in the atmosphere to study pollution patterns.
- Face masks can help filter out harmful particulates from the air we breathe.
- The EPA sets standards for particulate matter to protect public health.