Secondary organic aerosol formation from monocyclic aromatic hydrocarbons: insights from laboratory studies
Zhaomin Yang, Lin Du, Yongjie Li, Xinlei Ge
Abstract
levels, particle-phase reactions and molecular characterization of aromatic SOA in the presence of acidic sulfate, and physicochemical processes of SOA formation involving gas- or particle-phase water. Building on this current understanding, available experimental studies on the effects of environmental conditions were explored. A brief description of the atmospheric importance of aromatic SOA including their optical properties and health influences is also presented. Finally, we highlight the current challenges in laboratory studies and outline directions for future aromatic SOA research.
Topics & Concepts
Environmental chemistryAerosolChemistryOrganic chemistryEnvironmental scienceAtmospheric chemistry and aerosolsAir Quality and Health ImpactsAtmospheric Ozone and Climate