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What is ozone?

Ozone is a form of oxygen. Oxygen is a chemical element, one of the most common in nature. Oxygen is all around us. It is 1/5 of air (most of the remaining volume is nitrogen). The molecule of ordinary oxygen consists of its two atoms. But there is another form of oxygen called ozone, which is made up of three atoms. Most of the ozone is formed in the upper atmosphere under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. Radiation breaks the molecules of ordinary oxygen into atoms. Then these free atoms are attached to oxygen molecules, so ozone is formed.

Ozone makes up a layer from 19 to 35 km above the Earth's surface. It is called the ozone layer and protects life on Earth from the penetration of strong solar radiation. Ozone is also formed close to the Earth's surface during thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and in x-ray equipment. You may also notice blue sparks flying when the metal is cut with oxygen. These sparks indicate that ozone is being formed. Ozone combines with other substances much faster than oxygen.

Ozone kills bacteria very quickly, which is why it is used to purify water and clean public places. It is used to bleach many substances, such as flour, wax, fabrics. Ozone has a strong "electric" odor and can damage lung tissue if inhaled deeply.

Author: Likum A.

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