On the role of hydroxyl radicals in the self-cleansing capacity of the troposphere

Thousands of megatons natural and anthropogenic gases are released and subsequently removed from the troposphere each year. Photochemical reactions, initiated by hydroxyl (OH) radicals, oxidise most gases to products which are more easily removed by precipitation and dry deposition at the earth'...

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Main Authors: J. Lelieveld, F. J. Dentener, W. Peters, M. C. Krol
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2004-01-01
Series:Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
Online Access:http://www.atmos-chem-phys.net/4/2337/2004/acp-4-2337-2004.pdf