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Ozone O3 is a chemical that is a pollutant in the lower atmosphere and a protective shield against UV light in the upper atmosphere. Because of this, its physical and chemical properties are an integral part of its behavior. What kind property is its high reactivity?

Ozone O3 is a chemical that is a pollutant in the lower atmosphere and a protective shield against UV light in the upper atmosphere. Because of this, its physical and chemical properties are an integral part of its behavior. What kind property is its high reactivity?

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**Ozone (O₃) Overview** Ozone O₃ is a chemical that acts both as a pollutant in the lower atmosphere and as a protective shield against UV light in the upper atmosphere. Due to this dual role, understanding its physical and chemical properties is essential. What contributes to its high reactivity?
Transcribed Image Text:**Ozone (O₃) Overview** Ozone O₃ is a chemical that acts both as a pollutant in the lower atmosphere and as a protective shield against UV light in the upper atmosphere. Due to this dual role, understanding its physical and chemical properties is essential. What contributes to its high reactivity?
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Yes, ozone is highly reactive gas. It contains 3 atoms of oxygen. 

When ozone dissociate it produces nascent oxygen and molecular oxygen. 

O3 -------> O2 + O

This nascent oxygen oxidizes almost all material in lower atmosphere. 

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