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Tropospheric ozone

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Tropospheric ozone refers to ozone present in the lower part of Earth's atmosphere known as the troposphere. It is formed when pollutants like nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) react with sunlight.

AP course connection

Topic 8.14: 8.14 Pollution and Human Health

Unit 8

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