Status of Suspended Particulate Matters Pollution at Traditional Markets in Makassar City

Abstract

Research on the status of suspended particulate matters pollution in four traditional markets located in Makassar city has been done.The purpose of this research is to know the air quality in the traditional market areas, especially caused by suspended particulate matters.The background of this research is because traders who trade in traditional markets generally peddle their goods along dusty roads and suspended particulate matters in dust can be inhaled when the vehicle passes.These suspended particulate matters pollutant can cause lung diseases.The results showed that the level of suspended particulate matters pollution fluctuates every year depending on the local wind speed, humidity, and temperature.Research results also showed the values were over the standard value according to the governor of South Sulawesi regulation.

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