Inhalation toxicity profiles of particulate matter: a comparison between brake wear with other sources of emission

M. E. Gerlofs-Nijland, B. G.H. Bokkers, H. Sachse, J. J.E. Reijnders, M. Gustafsson, A. J.F. Boere, P. F.H. Fokkens, D. L.A.C. Leseman, K. Augsburg, F. R. Cassee

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    Abstract

    Objective: There is substantial evidence that exposure to airborne particulate matter (PM) from road traffic is associated with adverse health outcomes. Although it is often assumed to be caused by vehicle exhaust emissions such as soot, other components may also contribute to detrimental effects. The toxicity of fine PM (PM2.5;
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)89-98
    Number of pages10
    JournalInhalation Toxicology
    Volume31
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 23 Feb 2019

    Keywords

    • PM sources
    • Toxic potency
    • brake wear
    • combustion
    • tire/road wear

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