Is it possible to approximate the thickness from this data?

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To approximate the thickness of the exposed air sampling filter, the mass of the sample is essential. With the known mass concentration of 20.1 µg/m³, one can calculate the total mass if the volume of air sampled is provided. Using the mass and the density of the particulates, the volume can be determined. This volume can then be divided by the filter's surface area to estimate the thickness. Without the mass of the sample, it is not feasible to calculate the thickness accurately.
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The thickness of an unexposed filter is 40um and a diameter of 46.2mm. I have an exposed air sampling filter with a mass concentration of the particulate (from gravimetric analysis) 20.1ug/m3. If I assume that the particulates are uniformly distributed in the surface of the filter, is it possible to approximate the thickness? Thank you very much. :)
 
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I can't see how unless you know the mass of the sample. Then you can work out the volume using the density. Then you can work out the thickness assuming that volume is spread over the area of the filter.
 
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