Ozone Production/Creation in Nature
Ozone is naturally produced by ultra-violet rays from the Sun and lightning-based corona discharge. These two methods account for nearly all natural ozone creation on Earth.
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Lighting (Corona Discharge)
Oxygen near the ground in the presence of corona discharge creates ozone.
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Ultra-violet (UV) Light
Oxygen from the atmosphere in the presence of UV light creates ozone.
Ozone Generators use the Same Methods
Corona Discharge
Oxygen is forced between high voltage plates to simulate corona discharge. The oxygen is broken apart and recombines into ozone.
Advantages
- High ozone concentrations
- Best for water applications
- Fast organic (odor) removal
- Corona cells can last for years without maintenance
Ultra Violet Light
Oxygen turns into ozone after it is hit with UV light from a UV generating bulb.
Advantages
- Simple construction
- Lower cost than corona discharge
- Output hardly affected by humidity
- Less by-products vs. corona discharge
