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Short-lived halogens
July 23 , 2023
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- 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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