Thursday 25 December 2014

Beginners Guide to Air Ionizers

The process of Ionizing air involves oxygen content being given an electrical charge where it either has a negative charge due to the presence of one or more extra electrons per oxygen molecule, or a positive charge due to the presence of less than the normal number of electrons per molecule. Air purification systems that ionize the air, send a negative charge to oxygen molecules. This allows the molecules to act as an attractor for dust particles and pollutants in the air. This is very helpful if used as a cleanser for enclosed environments.

 An example on how ionized air is effective is presented by nature itself, after a rain and lightning storm the sky often appears brighter and clearer after a storm has passed than is normal on a dry, sunny day. The lightning acts as a natural air ionizer to the air in the atmosphere.

But what are ions? Ions are oxygen atoms with a negative charge. They are created by sunlight entering the atmosphere, lightening, waterfalls, and plants. This technology is mostly used to purify air artificially. They purify the air because their negative charge causes them to bind with dust and pollution in the air so these particles fall to the ground.

Large amounts of Ions are present in our atmosphere naturally. But in cities where air pollution levels are high, ion levels drop significantly.  When you spend time in nature, lots of ions enter your blood stream via your breathing and your mood quickly improves.

Air ionizer in your home, car, and offices can significantly reduces exposure to air pollution making you more energized, alert and positive. Ionizers clean the air of dust, pollen, animal dander, cigarette smoke, and other pollutants. It is very helpful for people with respiratory disease, asthma, and cardiovascular disease, the elderly, children, and smokers.
These devices are best placed in the main living area such as the living room, bedroom or even washrooms. 

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