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What is the difference between CONTIOUS AND PARTICULATE Matter ?

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Particular matter is defined as the particles floating around in the air. Most of them, we can't even see. Particulate matter includes small solid particles and liquid droplets found in air. Continuous matter is an irregular shaped matter and made up of matter which cannot be divided further.

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