ABSTRACT
The UV/ozone process is commonly used to degrade toxic organic compounds often found in surface and groundwater. Many of these compounds originate from the chemical, petrochemical, pesticide, and herbicide industries. The molecular structure of organic pollutants to be oxidized has a significant impact on
kinetic rate constants and the removal efficiency of the compound. Parent compounds can be partially oxidized to form by-products during oxidation treatment. These intermediates can further react with hydroxyl radicals, creating a “scavenging” effect that often reduces the degradation rates of parent compounds.
