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Ozone
when three atoms of oxygen occur
together
chemically active with short average
lifetime
natural layer high in the atmosphere,
protects us from harmful ultraviolet
radiation
pollutant when present in the lower
atmosphere (result of air pollution)
Ultraviolet radiation
Formation of O3
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
as a group called halogens
non-reactive, nonflammable, nontoxic
organic molecules
great properties for heating and cooling
used in:
http://ozonewatch.gsfc.nasa.gov/
http://www.epa.gov/ozone/science/movies/index.html
Management Issues
collection and reuse of CFCs
substitutes for CFCs
HFCs and HCFCs