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Airport readings uncover ultrafine particle spikes and oil residue in Zurich study

During takeoff and landing, planes emit ultrafine aerosol particles. Some particles also contain lubricating oil, as shown by measurements made by researchers from the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI in the environs of the Zurich Airport. Low-sulfur fuels could be the solution.

Airport readings uncover ultrafine particle spikes and oil residue in Zurich study
Image: Phys.org
During takeoff and landing, planes emit ultrafine aerosol particles. Some particles also contain lubricating oil, as shown by measurements made by researchers from the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI in the environs of the Zurich Airport. Low-sulfur fuels could be the solution.

Originally published at Phys.org

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