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Ozone (tropospheric)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Tropospheric ozone is a secondary pollutant formed by the reaction of sunlight, nitrogen oxides, and volatile organic compounds. It is harmful when present at ground level and contributes to smog formation.

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