Write a single, balanced equation for the formation of ozone from the high-temperature reaction of atmospheric nitrogen and atmospheric oxygen.
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To write a balanced equation for the formation of ozone (O3) from the high-temperature reaction of atmospheric nitrogen (N2) and atmospheric oxygen (O2), we need to understand the individual reactions involved.
First, let's write the equation for the reaction of nitrogen with oxygen to form nitrogen dioxide (NO2):
N2 + 2O2 → 2NO2
Next, let's write the equation for the formation of ozone from nitrogen dioxide:
NO2 + O2 → NO3
Finally, let's combine the two reactions to get the overall balanced equation:
2N2 + 5O2 → 4NO2 + O2 → 4NO3
This equation represents the formation of ozone from the high-temperature reaction of atmospheric nitrogen and atmospheric oxygen.