APFIVE Quadratic Relationship In Particulate Deposition
Which of the following pieces of evidence best supports the conclusion that particulate deposition rates follow a quadratic relationship with respect to particle diameter?
| Particle Diameter (µm) | Deposition Rate (mg/m^3) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.1 |
| 2 | 4.5 |
| 3 | 10.0 |
| 4 | 17.8 |
A
The measurements show a linear increase in deposition rates with particle size, contradicting a quadratic model.
B
The data suggest that deposition rates remain constant regardless of particle diameter, indicating no mathematical relationship.
C
The table data demonstrate that as particle diameter doubles, the deposition rate increases roughly four‐fold, consistent with a quadratic function.
D
The table indicates a logarithmic growth pattern, which would not support a quadratic dependence on particle size.
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