Delhi Pollution: Why PM 2.5, PM 10 Are Dangerous To Your Health

PM 2.5 and PM 10 are terms used to describe different sizes of airborne particles found in the atmosphere

Air pollution is a global concern, with adverse effects on public health and the environment. As industrialisation and urbanisation have surged, so has the level of pollution in many major cities. However, few places exemplify the severity of this issue as Delhi does. The city's air quality has deteriorated to such an extent that the government recently took the drastic step of banning firecrackers during Diwali to mitigate the already hazardous conditions. 

What is PM 2.5 and PM 10?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), PM 2.5 and PM 10 are terms used to describe different sizes of airborne particles found in the atmosphere: