The scientific study of dust, its composition, sources, and effects on health and the environment.
From Greek 'konios' (dust) + '-logia' (study of). This technical term emerged in the late 19th century as industrial pollution became a scientific concern.
Coniology became a crucial science during the Industrial Revolution when factory dust was literally killing workers—scientists studying 'coniology' helped prove that dust diseases were real, leading to workplace safety reforms.
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