Question:

The statement that is not true about ozone is :

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A Cl radical reacts with ozone to form ClO (chlorine monoxide), not ClO2.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
  • In the stratosphere, CFCs release chlorine free radicals (Cl) which reacts with O3 to give chlorine dioxide radicals
  • It is a toxic gas and its reaction with NO gives NO2.
  • In the atmosphere, it is depleted by CFCs
  • In the stratosphere, it forms a protective shield against UV radiation
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Option (1): UV acting on CFCs releases \(\mathrm{Cl\cdot}\); then \(\mathrm{Cl\cdot + O_3 \to ClO\cdot + O_2}\). The radical formed is chlorine monoxide (ClO), not chlorine dioxide, so the statement is false.
Option (2): ozone is toxic and \(\mathrm{O_3 + NO \to NO_2 + O_2}\), true.
Option (3): CFCs deplete ozone, true.
Option (4): stratospheric ozone absorbs harmful UV, true.
Answer: (1) In the stratosphere, CFCs release chlorine free radicals (Cl) which reacts with O3 to give chlorine dioxide radicals
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