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AIR QUALITY: Understanding the composition of the air we breathe, and how it affects our health

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The document "GreenSCENT - ALL infographics" provides comprehensive information on air quality, its pollutants, and their health impacts. It explains the composition of air, highlighting harmful gases and particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10). The infographics illustrate sources of pollution, such as transportation, industry, agriculture, and natural occurrences. It discusses the Air Quality Index (AQI), its health implications, and measures to protect oneself during high pollution periods. The document emphasizes the need for lifestyle changes, such as reducing vehicle use, saving energy, and opting for renewable energy, to mitigate air pollution. This educational content is part of the GreenAir app developed by the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, funded by the EU’s Horizon 2020 program

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GreenSCENT – Smart Citizen Education for a greeN fuTure 101036480
European Commission