Particulate Matter (abbreviation: PM) is a collective name for fine solid or liquid particles added to the atmosphere by processes at the earth's surface. Particulate matter includes dust, smoke, soot, pollen and soil particles.
| Reference description | European Environment Agency (EEA), EEA Glossary: Particulate matter |
| Abbreviation | PM |
| Originally Published | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Knowledge service | Metadata | Health Promotion Knowledge Gateway |