Ozono (en. Ozone)

/oˈθono/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Gas composed of three oxygen atoms that is found in the stratosphere.

Ozone protects us from the sun's ultraviolet radiation.

El ozono nos protege de la radiación ultravioleta del sol.

Ozone is fundamental for life on Earth due to its absorbing properties.

The ozone layer is thinning, which poses a risk to health.

La capa de ozono se está debilitando, lo que representa un riesgo para la salud.

Ozone can also be found at ground level as an air pollutant.

Ground-level ozone can cause respiratory problems in people.

El ozono a nivel del suelo puede causar problemas respiratorios a las personas.

From the Greek 'ozon', which means 'to smell'.

ozone layer

Layer of the atmosphere that contains a high concentration of ozone and protects the Earth from ultraviolet rays.

capa de ozono

ozone hole

Area of the ozone layer that has become thin or has disappeared, allowing greater UV penetration.

agujero de ozono

ground-level ozone

Ozone that forms from air pollution and is harmful to health.

ozono a nivel del suelo

oxygen

Chemical element necessary for life that makes up ozone.

oxígeno

ultraviolet radiation

Type of radiation from the sun that ozone helps to filter.

radiación ultravioleta

pollution

Toxic substances in the air that can produce ground-level ozone.

contaminación

Ozone as a symbol of air purity

The air in the mountain is so clean that it feels like fresh ozone.

El aire en la montaña está tan limpio que se siente como un ozono fresco.

Ozone used to refer to a fresh and healthy environment

After the rain, the ozone in the air is revitalizing.

Después de la lluvia, el ozono en el aire es revitalizante.