Why Does Ozone Not Form in High Concentrations in the Atmosphere

question 36

Multiple Choice

Why does ozone not form in high concentrations in the atmosphere above 50 km?

• A) Light of the required wavelength is not available at those altitudes.
• B) The pressure is too high.
• C) Insufficient oxygen is available.
• D) Insufficient molecules exist for removal of excess energy from ozone upon its formation.
• E) Atomic oxygen concentration is too low at high altitudes.

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