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Consider the following statements regarding Particulate Matter (PM) and carcinogenic health risks: A. PM2.5 can penetrate deep into the alveoli sacs of lungs and is strongly linked with cancer risk. B. PM10 particles are generally trapped in the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) and rarely penetrate into lower lung airways. C. Ultrafine particles (UFPs ≤ 0.1 μm) fall under the PM2.5 category and are highly capable of systemic translocation into the bloodstream. D. Coarse fraction particles (PM2.5–10) are significantly more carcinogenic than fine PM2.5 particles. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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A, B, and C only
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