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Bonding structure and the properties of matterNanoparticlesParticulate Matter

AQA GCSE · Question 05.1 · Bonding structure and the properties of matter

This question is about small particles. Which type of particle is often referred to as dust?

Answer options:

A.

Coarse particle

B.

Fine particle

C.

Nanoparticle

How to approach this question

Recall the different classifications of small particles. Dust consists of relatively large particles that you can often see. This corresponds to the largest category listed.

Full Answer

A.Coarse particle✓ Correct
Coarse particle
Particulate matter is often categorised by size:\n- **Coarse particles (PM₁₀):** Diameters between 2,500 nm and 10,000 nm. This category includes dust, pollen, and mould spores.\n- **Fine particles (PM₂.₅):** Diameters between 100 nm and 2,500 nm. These are typically from combustion sources.\n- **Nanoparticles:** Diameters between 1 nm and 100 nm. These are engineered particles or by-products of some processes.\nDust fits into the category of coarse particles.

Common mistakes

✗ Confusing the different size classifications of particles.

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