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The gas-phase ozonolysis of unsaturated volatile organic compounds in the troposphere

Johnson, D. and Marston, G. (2008) The gas-phase ozonolysis of unsaturated volatile organic compounds in the troposphere. Chemical Society Reviews, 37 (4). pp. 699-716. ISSN 0306-0012

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To link to this item DOI: 10.1039/b704260b

Abstract/Summary

The gas-phase reactions of ozone with unsaturated hydrocarbons are significant sources of free radical species (including (OH)-O-center dot) and particulate material in the Earth's atmosphere. In this tutorial review, the kinetics, products and mechanisms of these reactions are examined, starting with a discussion of the original mechanism proposed by Criegee and following with a summary presentation of the complex, free radical-mediated reactions of carbonyl oxide (Criegee) intermediates. The contribution of ozone-terpene reactions to the atmospheric burden of secondary organic aerosol material is also discussed from the viewpoint of the formation of non-volatile organic acid products from the complex chemistry of ozone with alpha-pinene. Throughout the article, currently accepted understanding is supported through the presentation of key experimental results, and areas of persistent or new uncertainty are highlighted.

Item Type:Article
Refereed:Yes
Divisions:Life Sciences > School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy > Department of Chemistry
ID Code:11369
Uncontrolled Keywords:OZONE-ALKENE REACTION, CIS-PINIC ACID, ALPHA-PINENE, CRIEGEE-INTERMEDIATE, CARBONYL OXIDES, ATMOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY, AEROSOL FORMATION, RADICAL FORMATION, HOX FORMATION, OH YIELDS

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