| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4451458 | Atmospheric Research | 2007 | 16 Pages |
The average water-soluble volume fraction of atmospheric aerosol particles was inferred from measurements at three different locations across Central Europe. Together with a comprehensive literature review these data sets are classified into four aerosol types. The classified data are parameterized as a function of particle size using a logarithmic normal distribution function, which seems most appropriate to represent the hygroscopicity maximum in the accumulation size range. This parameterization can be used as a simplified input parameter for various model calculations. In addition, a summary on water-soluble volume fractions and hygroscopic growth factors is presented along with a short overview of hygroscopicity measurement principles and a basic model for calculating the water-soluble volume fraction from hygroscopic growth factors.
