air sample

An air sample is a quantity of air collected for analysis, typically to detect pollutants, pathogens, or other contaminants.

Environmental scientists take air samples to monitor pollution levels; industrial hygienists collect them to assess workplace safety: The air sample showed elevated levels of benzene.

Also called an air specimen.

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