Atmospheric chemistry of halogenated organic compounds

Timothy J. Wallington*, Mads P. Sulbaek Andersen, Ole John Nielsen

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Abstract

Halogenated organic compounds play an important role in atmospheric chemistry. We provide an overview of the atmospheric chemistry of halogenated organic compounds starting with a discussion of sources, emissions, and atmospheric concentrations. The chemistry associated with formation and loss of stratospheric ozone and processes related to halogenated organics is described. A discussion of the atmospheric chemistry of halogenated alkanes, alkenes, oxygenates, sulfur-, nitrogen-, and phosphorus-containing organics is provided. The contribution of halogenated organics to radiative forcing of climate change and the environmental impact of halogenated organic compounds is described.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdvances in Atmospheric Chemistry
EditorsJ R Barker, A L Steiner, T J Wallington
Number of pages98
Volume1
PublisherWorld Scientific
Publication date15 Dec 2016
Pages305-402
ISBN (Print)9789813147348
ISBN (Electronic)9789813147355
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 15 Dec 2016

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