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Is no2 a free radical?
Though nitrogen dioxide has a single lone electron, it is not a radical, but a stable molecule.
How does ozone differ from the oxygen you breathe?
Ozone is a molecule made up of three oxygen atoms (O3) whereas the oxygen you breathe is a molecule made up of two oxygen atoms (O2). Ozone is typically found in the Earth's stratosphere where it helps protect us from the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation. In contrast, the oxygen you breathe is essential for respiration and is present in the Earth's atmosphere.
What are the divisions of the atmosphere primarily based on?
The divisions of the atmosphere are not based on the presence of ozone. Ozone exists in all layers of the atmosphere, with a peak in the lower stratosphere. Ozone is considered a free radical, not an ion. Ions are found in the "ionosphere" which is also called the thermosphere, where the Sun's ionizing energies rip the molecules apart (and fresh ions arrive from the Sun).
What is a common name for troposphere ozone?
It only has one name in each language. In English, it is "ozone layer". Ozone is found in all layers of the atmosphere, and is at its highest concentrations in the lower stratosphere / upper troposphere, where it is called the "ozone layer". Still lots of nitrogen and oxygen there too, though.
Was there a hole in the ozone layer?
Yes, there was a hole in the ozone layer.
Is ozone considered as radical?
Ozone is a free radical. The singly bonded oxygen has an unpaired electron.
Is O3 a free radical?
O3 is ozone and is not a free radical. It may; however, produce free radicals.
What is CFC and how is the ozone molecule destroyed by CFCs?
A CFC is a molecule which consists of Chlorine, Fluorine and Carbon only. Ozone is destroyed due to the formation of a chlorine free radical. For example, the CFC CCl2F2 photo-dissociates (decomposes due to UV rays) to form the chlorine free radical and this then reacts with ozone breaking it down into oxygen. The main problem with CFCs is that after destroying the ozone molecule, the chlorine free radical regenerates and can destroy more ozone in a massive chain reaction.
How many chlorine atoms does it take to destroy 100000 ozone molecules in a stratosphere?
There's a good chance one could do it.The problem is that chlorine can, under certain conditions (like those found in the stratosphere), break off from a molecule and form what's called a "free radical" ... a lone chlorine atom with an unpaired electron. The free radical symbol is a dot representing the unpaired electron, but unfortunately everything I do here to try to depict it where it should be (about halfway up) generates a string of gibberish, so I'm just going to have to use a period instead, thus: Cl.Free radicals are highly reactive and will attach themselves to complete molecules, forming a larger (and unstable) free radical that then falls apart. In order to stabilize a free radical, it must run into another free radical, with which it can react to form a relatively inert stable molecule again.In the stratosphere, there are a lot more ozone molecules than chlorine free radicals, so the most common thing that tends to happen isCl. + O3 -> Cl. + O2Cl. is itself a free radical, and reacts with oxygen free radicals (present naturally in the stratosphere as a result of the breakup of oxygen molecules by UV light):ClO. + O. -> Cl. + O2This regenerates the chlorine free radical, which can then go on to catalyze the decomposition of another ozone molecule, starting the cycle again. One chlorine atom can therefore be responsible for the destruction of thousands of ozone molecules before it runs into a free radical killer such as another chlorine free radical:Cl. + Cl. -> Cl2
HOW MANY CHLORINE ATOMS DESTROY 1000000.00 OZONE MOLECULES?
Theoretically, 1 chlorine free radical could do this. The number of ozone molecules broken down by the free radical before the chain is terminated depends on a lot of factors, though, and a million seems like a very high value.
When was Free Radical Research created?
Free Radical Research was created in 1985.
When was Free Radical Centre created?
Free Radical Centre was created in 2005.
What is free-radical halogenation of acetic acid?
free-radical halogenation of acetic acid
What does Nitrous oxide do to the ozone layer?
Nitrous oxide does not directly deplete the ozone layer. However, it is a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming, which in turn can indirectly affect the ozone layer by influencing atmospheric circulation and the balance of ozone-depleting substances.
What are the 3 steps in the free radical substitution?
The three steps in free radical substitution are initiation, propagation, and termination. In initiation, a free radical is generated. In propagation, the free radical reacts with a molecule to form a new free radical. In termination, two free radicals react with each other to form a stable product, ending the chain reaction.
What is the hybridization of an alkyl free radical?
the hybrdization of allyl radical carbon is sp2 which overlaps with the p orbitals of the alkene
What is a radical biology?
"Radical biology" refers to the role of free radicals in living organisms.
