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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1994

Page

9

Scientists Track Ozone Mystery in Polar Air

A Mini Page feature explains how scientists study the ozone problem in polar regions. It notes researchers travel to Antarctica to observe airborne chemicals and pollution, and mentions the Arctic area around the North Pole.

Antarctica The North Pole Arctic

Ozone facts and the Antarctic hole explained

A Mini Page overview describes bad ozone as urban smog formed by pollutants and sunshine, and good ozone as the Antarctic shield seven miles up. It cites Dr. Susan Solomon, her Antarctic study starting 1986, and warns depletion by human activity may persist to 2050. The feature credits NOAA and Smithsonian support.

Earth Antarctica Susan Solomon National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Museum of American History Smithsonian Institution Washington, D.C American Chemical Iety

CFCs and the shift away from spray era comforts

The article notes that chlorofluorocarbons or CFCs were long used in spray paints hairsprays air conditioners and refrigerators to keep things cool and preserve food. It then explains scientists warned of hazards from releasing large amounts of CFCs into the atmosphere.

Countries unite to curb CFC use in landmark accord

After scientists warned of ozone loss, the United States and 70 other nations agreed to limit chlorofluorocarbons. The deal marks one of the first major global collaborations to tackle an environmental threat.

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