Smog Calculator
Calculate your exposure to air pollutants and compare to cigarette equivalence
Input Parameters
ng/m³
Concentration of Benzo[a]pyrene in the air
hrs/day
m³/day
Based on your activity level and time outside
ng/cigarette
Results
Total B[a]P Inhaled
803.6ng/yr
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Cigarette Equivalence
54/yr
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Your Annual Pollution Exposure Equals
54 cigarettes
Health Impact Information
Benzo[a]pyrene (B[a]P) is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) and a known carcinogen.
Long-term exposure to B[a]P is associated with increased risk of lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory problems.
This calculator helps visualize your exposure in terms of cigarette equivalents, a commonly used comparison metric.