Photoionization Processes (E

question 83

Multiple Choice

Photoionization processes (e.g., N₂ + hv - N₂⁺ + e^- ) remove UV of <150 nm. Which photoreaction is the principal absorber of UV in the 150- 200 nm range in the upper atmosphere?

• A) O₂ + hv → 2O
• B) NO + O₂ + hv → NO₃
• C) N₂ + hv →2N
• D) N₂ + O₂ + hv → 2NO
• E) O₃ + hv →O₂ + O

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