TNPSC Thervupettagam

Short-lived halogens

July 23 , 2023 486 days 518 0
  • It is produced naturally by phytoplankton and algae found in the oceans.
  • Its major constituents are chlorine, bromine or iodine.
  • Its life span is less than six months.
  • According to a recent study, the oceans contribute 8-10% to the cooling of the planet by emitting short-lived halogens.
  • However, human activities have amplified their release into the atmosphere.
  • They calculated that short-lived halogen from oceans reduces warming by depleting ozone.

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