Coronavirus capable of airborne transmission: preprint study

Coronavirus capable of airborne transmission: preprint study

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a study suggesting COVID-19 is airborne, traveling in tiny droplets beyond six feet, which is more than the recommended social distancing guidelines. Researchers measured virus contamination in hospital rooms and found that live coronaviruses could be cultured from air samples, indicating the virus can survive in lingering droplets. The study implies that COVID-19 could transmit in micro droplets, which travel longer distances than larger droplets, suggesting the need for public health measures like wearing face masks.

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What does the research indicate about the survival of viruses in droplets?

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What implications does micro droplet transmission have for public health measures?

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