Environmental Chemistry II
O₂, or molecular oxygen, is a diatomic molecule essential for life on Earth, primarily involved in respiration and combustion processes. In the atmosphere, O₂ plays a crucial role in the formation and depletion of stratospheric ozone, influencing both the Chapman Cycle and the broader climate dynamics. Its interaction with UV radiation leads to complex reactions that both protect and affect the biosphere.
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