Welding fume nanoparticles from solid and flux-cored wires: Solubility, toxicity, and role of fluorides.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.125273
Abstract: Welding fume particles are hazardous. Their toxicity likely depends on their composition and reactivity. This study aimed at exploring the role of sodium or other fluorides (NaF), which are intentionally added to flux-cored wire electrodes… read more here.
Keywords: fume particles; toxicity; welding fume; role ... See more keywords
High variability in toxicity of welding fume nanoparticles from stainless steel in lung cells and reporter cell lines: the role of particle reactivity and solubility
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DOI: 10.1080/17435390.2019.1650972
Abstract: Abstract Millions of people in the world perform welding as their primary occupation resulting in exposure to metal-containing nanoparticles in the fumes generated. Even though health effects including airway diseases are well-known, there is currently… read more here.
Keywords: fume particles; toxicity; welding fume; metal ... See more keywords