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Why N95 cup masks are an ideal choice for pollution and Covid 19 alike?

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Masks were supposed to offer protection against pollution and people just did not heed to that advice. They were okay when pollution was stifling them slowly but surely. However, it took a menace in the form of Covid 19 to get people to wear the masks since it has posed an immediate danger to the lives of the people. For this reason, the hitherto unknown masks, such as 3 ply, 4 ply, N95, N99 and cotton masks have become common names. Among these, it is the N95 and the N99 which are said to offer best protection against the virus. N95 is the one which filters out 95% of air whereas N99 filters out 99% of the air. The airflow is somewhat higher in N95 cup masks than in N99 masks. The breathability resistance of these N95 respirator masks is half that of N99 masks. It means that you may use this N95 respirator mask for longer periods without experiencing breathing difficulties. If you live in a polluted area, this is the best option because it lets you stay healthy and breathe pure, fresh...

To Use or Not to Use The 3 Ply Masks During Monsoons?

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We all know the soil and wet mask is of no use especially if you are using a non-oil resistant mask-like N95. And with the Met dept. predicting heavy showers northward and westward, it is wise to use protective gears to save you from rapidly mutating variants Why should we use 3 ply masks during the monsoons? Material Scientist Dr. Arnab Bhattacharya of Tata Inst. of Fundamental Research said to use masks whose surface is hydrophobic that does not get wet or soiled during the showers. The mask is water-resistant, so if a droplet falls over it, it rolls off. During showers, you can wear it for longer intervals as the inner surface is smooth and made out of breathable fabric. Wearing this mask underneath a face shield assures the fabric remains dry as well as maximizes the protective shield too. We've already explained why this mask is the greatest, especially if it's pouring. However, it is critical to determine whether these 3 ply masks are good in quality. Following tests ar...