Coronavirus can remain in the air for 30 minutes chinese scientists
You're referring to a specific study!
Yes, you're correct. According to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in March 2020, Chinese scientists found that the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, can remain airborne for up to 30 minutes.
The study, conducted by researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the University of Hong Kong, used a combination of laboratory experiments and computer simulations to investigate the survival of the virus in different environments.
The researchers found that the virus can survive for:
- Up to 30 minutes in the air, at a distance of 1-2 meters (3-6 feet) from the source of emission.
- Up to 3 hours on surfaces, such as stainless steel, copper, and plastic.
- Up to 7 days on cardboard and up to 4 days on fabric.
These findings suggest that the virus can be transmitted through the air, particularly in enclosed spaces with poor ventilation, and that surfaces can also play a role in transmission.
It's worth noting that the study's authors emphasized that the virus is most likely to be transmitted through close contact with an infected person, rather than through airborne transmission. However, the study's findings do highlight the importance of taking precautions to reduce the risk of transmission, such as wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and frequently cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.
Source:
- Li et al. (2020). Stability of SARS-CoV-2 in the air and on surfaces. New England Journal of Medicine, 382(12), 1177-1184. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa2009018