My major is not atmosphere research, it is inconvenient for me to use the professional model, e.g., GEOS-chem or WRF-chem. Though I know these models could measure the pollution from crop residue burning or other biomass sources with the help of related emission inventory. Are there simple ways to quantity the pollution of this part? Hope your response!
I propose a simple setup with membrane filtration of air. You need a simple vacuum pump, a meter for air volume, and of course a filter with a holder. The particles can be counted microscopically, if they are not too many. A drop of immersion oil will make the filter transparent. Larger amounts can be assessed based on the color of the filter. Weighing will probably require a micro balance. An ordinary analytical balance may not be sensitive enough.
A inexpensive particle sampler based on parts from Ebay. A 25 mm membrane filter holder for syringe, a battery-powered vacuum pump, a flowmeter/regulator and a timer. The pump is adapted to 12V, and delivered approx. 6 L/min. The volume is given by flow X time.
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