The Global Toll of Fine Particulate Matter

Fine particles of pollution lodge deep in the lungs, where they cause serious health problems. Scientists are working to tally the global consequences.

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Earth Observatory image by Robert Simmon based on data provided by Jason West. Caption by Adam Voiland.

Published September 19, 2013
Data acquired January 1, 1850 - January 1, 2000

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