Enhanced Sulfate Production by Nitrate Photolysis in the Presence of Halide Ions in Atmospheric Particles
Ruifeng Zhang, Masao Gen, Dandan Huang, Yongjie Li, Chak K. Chan
Abstract
below 0.2. The present study demonstrates that the presence of halide ions enhances sulfate production produced during particulate nitrate photolysis and provides insights into the enhanced formation of in-particle oxidants that may increase atmospheric oxidative capacity.
Topics & Concepts
ChemistryNitrateSulfateHalidePhotodissociationInorganic chemistryChlorideReaction rate constantParticulatesPhotochemistryKineticsOrganic chemistryPhysicsQuantum mechanicsAtmospheric chemistry and aerosolsAtmospheric Ozone and ClimateAir Quality Monitoring and Forecasting