What is ozone?

Ozone or trioxygen (0₃) is an inorganic molecule consisting of three oxygen atoms. It is widely regarded as a powerful oxidant (approximately 3000 x more powerful than chlorine) and has long been used in commercial and industrial applications to disinfect water, air, and surfaces. 

In nature, ozone is formed during storms when lightning strikes oxygen (0₂) molecules. The molecule splits into two atoms which recombine with another oxygen molecule to form ozone. The formation of ozone in this manner creates the fresh rain smell commonly associated with storms. The same scent is discernible when our ozone generators are in use.

Ozone is also created in nature when the sun’s UV rays strike and break up oxygen molecules. This typically occurs in the earth’s stratosphere and forms the ozone layer which protects earth from ultraviolet radiation.