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How often does air circulate in a plane?

I am a 22 year old female. I am going on a plane next month and worry about air quality. How often does air circulate in a plane?

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Outside air is heated through units called packs. It is then ducted into the cabin. The air is then exhausted out through a pressure regulator. It is not re-circulated.
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