One chlorine atom can destroy up to 100,000 ozone molecules. This process depletes the ozone concentration, allowing more UV radiation to penetrate Earth’s surface.

Sticking the chlorine to the less substituted carbon is a much trickier proposition. Traditionally, chemists have had to resort to harsh conditions, pricey reagents, or multiple synthetic steps to ...

Mysterious chemical byproduct in U.S. tap water finally identified. Scientists discover formula and structure of chlorine-related molecule and urge tests for possible toxicity.

Tell students that the attraction of the protons in the sodium and chlorine for the other atom’s electrons brings the atoms closer together. Chlorine has a stronger attraction for electrons than ...

We propose a photocatalytic mechanism for chlorine atom production that occurs when Sahara dust mixes with sea spray aerosol. The mechanism is validated by implementation in a global atmospheric model ...

So, when hair comes into contact with copper ions – a positively charged variant of a copper atom with extra electrons – those ions get absorbed by the hair and cause the greenish hue. Scientists were ...

Texas Chlorine spill in Texas lazy river leaves 12 people, including children, with 'possible accidental ingestion' The Houston Fire Department said a Hazmat team was sent to clean up the ...

One atom of chlorine can destroy more than 100,000 ozone molecules, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, eradicating ozone much more quickly than it can be replaced. Molina and ...

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