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Free radical

A highly reactive molecule or atom with an unpaired electron. The species is often represented by a formula with a single dot as the unpaired electron (see immediately below). Important atmospheric examples include atomic chlorine, chlorine monoxide, hydroxyl radical, NO and NO2.

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