Surfaces vs. droplets vs. aerosols

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Surfaces vs. droplets vs. aerosols

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239 scientists have signed a letter urging the World Health Organization to warn people about airborne transmission of the coronavirus. Professor Jose-Luis Jimenez, who helped write the letter, explains.
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