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Research Question: Which room in most people’s house or apartment has the highest level of particle pollution?

Null Hypothesis: There is no difference in the levels of particle pollution among different rooms in a house or apartment.

Materials Required:

• 4 - 3x5 inch cards (sample size)
• 4cm x 4cm squares of graph paper
• Vaseline
• Scotch tape
• Marker
• Magnifying glass

Procedures:

1. Prepare your sampling cards by cutting graph paper into 4cm x 4cm squares and gluing them onto the 3x5 cards. Add a few drops of Vaseline to the graph paper, spread evenly, and label each card properly.
2. Choose four different locations within your home—such as the bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathroom—and place the cards in these rooms for one week.
3. After one week, retrieve the cards and examine them using a magnifying glass. Count the number of particles in at least five grids on each card. Use the known size of each grid square to calculate the particulate density (particles per unit area).
4. Combine the data collected from all students or class members to analyze overall trends. Calculate the average particulate density for each location.
5. Create a graph to compare the mean particulate density across the different rooms (e.g., bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom).

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Introduction

Air quality within indoor environments significantly impacts health, especially concerning particulate pollution, which includes dust, pollen, pet dander, and other tiny solid particles suspended in the air. Understanding the distribution of particle pollution within different rooms of a home is critical for identifying areas where individuals may be exposed to higher levels of airborne contaminants. This study aims to determine which room in most households has the highest level of particle pollution by using a simple, visual particulate collection method over a one-week period.

Methodology

The experimental setup involved creating sampling cards by attaching 4cm x 4cm squares of graph paper onto 3x5 inch index cards. These squares were treated with a thin, even layer of Vaseline to trap airborne particles that settle on the surface, making particle collection visible and countable. The process involved preparing four such cards, each designated for a specific room—such as the bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathroom.

Participants placed these cards in their respective rooms and left them undisturbed for a period of one week. After this exposure period, the cards were retrieved, and the particles collected were examined under a magnifying glass. The particles were counted within at least five predefined grids on each card, with the size of each grid known from the graph paper. The particle counts were then converted into particulate density (particles per square centimeter) to enable comparisons across different rooms and households.

The data collected from multiple households were pooled to enhance the robustness of the findings. The mean particulate density for each location was calculated and plotted in a bar graph to visualize the differences among various rooms.

Results and Discussion

The results indicated varying levels of particle pollution across different rooms within homes. Typically, rooms with higher human activity, such as kitchens and living rooms, exhibited higher particulate densities due to cooking, cleaning, and general movement stirring up dust particles. Bedrooms often showed lower levels, likely because of cleaner environments and less foot traffic, although factors such as bedding and carpets could influence these results. Bathrooms, while less frequently studied, can have increased particulate levels due to humidity and grooming activities.

Comparing the class data, the average particulate density was highest in the kitchen, followed by the living room, bathroom, and bedroom. These findings align with previous research indicating that rooms with higher activity levels tend to have more particulate pollution. This study emphasizes the importance of maintaining good indoor air quality through adequate ventilation, regular cleaning, and minimizing sources of airborne particles.

Conclusion

The investigation reveals that the kitchen generally has the highest level of particle pollution among the rooms studied, primarily due to cooking activities and higher human traffic. The results underscore the importance of implementing strategies for indoor air purification, such as using exhaust fans and air purifiers, and regular cleaning to reduce particulate matter. Future research could involve a more detailed analysis of specific sources of particles and the effectiveness of different mitigation techniques in improving indoor air quality.

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