Photoionization processes (e.g.,N₂ + hν → N₂⁺ + e^-)remove UV of

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Photoionization processes (e.g.,N₂ + hν → N₂⁺ + e^-)remove UV of < 150 nm.Which photoreaction is the principal absorber of UV in the 150-200 nm range in the upper atmosphere? A)N₂ + hν → 2N B)O₂+ hν → 2O C)O₃ + hν → O₂ + O D)N₂+ O₂ + hν → 2NO E)NO + O₂ + hν → NO₃

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Oxygen (O2) photodissociation (B) is the principal absorber of UV radiation in the 150-200 nm range in the upper atmosphere, leading to the formation of individual oxygen atoms (O).

Photoionization Processes (E