Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Atmospheric PM<sub>2.5</sub> and PM<sub>10</sub> of Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia: Levels, Temporal Variation, and Health Impacts

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Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Atmospheric PM<sub>2.5</sub> and PM<sub>10</sub> of Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia: Levels, Temporal Variation, and Health Impacts

<b>Background:</b> Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in atmospheric particulate matter (PM) are high in Saudi cities due to industry and traffic, often exceeding safety limits. This study assesses PM<sub>2.5</sub> and PM<sub>10</sub> and health risks in Riya...

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Main Authors:	Hattan A. Alharbi, Ahmed I. Rushdi, Abdulqader Bazeyad, Khalid F. Al-Mutlaq
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-05-01
Series:	Toxics
Subjects:	PAHs PM<sub>2.5</sub> PM<sub>10</sub> Riyadh air quality health risks
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6304/13/6/424
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