H2COförhållandet
H2COförhållandet refers to the ratio of formaldehyde (H2CO) to carbon monoxide (CO) molecules in various chemical and environmental contexts. This ratio is a significant indicator in atmospheric chemistry, particularly in the study of photochemical smog and the oxidation processes of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Formaldehyde is a primary oxidation product of many VOCs, and its subsequent breakdown can lead to the formation of carbon monoxide. Therefore, monitoring the H2CO/CO ratio can provide insights into the rates of VOC oxidation, the age of air masses, and the presence of specific emission sources.
In combustion processes, the H2CO/CO ratio can also be used to assess the efficiency of burning and