What is the main cause of ozone depletion?

What is the main cause of ozone depletion?

Ozone depletion occurs when chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons—gases formerly found in aerosol spray cans and refrigerants—are released into the atmosphere (see details below). CFCs and halons cause chemical reactions that break down ozone molecules, reducing ozone’s ultraviolet radiation-absorbing capacity.

Is inhaling ozone bad?

Whether in its pure form or mixed with other chemicals, ozone can be harmful to health. When inhaled, ozone can damage the lungs. Relatively low amounts of ozone can cause chest pain, coughing, shortness of breath and, throat irritation.

How long should you run an ozone machine?

3 to 10 hours

What does ozone do to rubber?

Tiny traces of ozone in the air will attack double bonds in rubber chains, with natural rubber, polybutadiene, styrene-butadiene rubber and nitrile rubber being most sensitive to degradation. Every repeat unit in the first three materials has a double bond, so every unit can be degraded by ozone.

Does ozone smell go away?

There is often a leftover faint smell of ozone the first couple weeks following a treatment. Past clients have enjoyed this smell and describe it as clean & fresh smell, similar to that after a lightning storm or after the rain. The ozone smell will continue to fade over time.

Do ozone generators leave a residue?

Ozone is also cleaner than other methods because it does not leave any byproducts or residue that need to be cleaned later. As a form of oxygen, ozone itself is not dangerous. However, if overexposure occurs it can be harmful to lungs.

Why can’t you be in a room with an ozone machine?

Because ozone is highly reactive to living things, it does some weird stuff to our respiratory system. You should never be in the same room that you’re running an ozone generator in. While these effects may not be permanent, it can cause long-lasting damage that you won’t want to deal with.

Can you run an ozone generator too long?

Here is another very important suggestion after you know that you have the right size ozone generator. Apply ozone in stages or increments. Too much ozone for too long a period may produce some unwanted results.