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Guohua Zhang¹, Qinhao Lin¹, Long Peng^1,2

¹State Key Laboratory of Organic Geochemistry and Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Resources Utilization and Protection , Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry , Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510640 , P. R. China.

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Area of Science:

Atmospheric Chemistry
Environmental Science
Aerosol Science

Background:

Oxalate is a key component of fine particulate matter.
Iron-containing particles are prevalent in urban atmospheres.
The relationship between iron and oxalate formation is not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the role of iron-containing particles in oxalate formation.
To quantify seasonal variations in oxalate associated with iron.
To explore mechanisms driving enhanced oxalate formation.

Main Methods:

Single particle mass spectrometry was used for online detection.
Measurements were conducted over four seasons in Guangzhou.
Chemical compositions of individual particles were analyzed.

Main Results:

Oxalate presence increased significantly with iron-containing particles across seasons.
Other oxidized organic compounds were detected in iron-rich particles.
Fenton reactions and aerosol water content were identified as key factors.

Conclusions:

Iron-containing particles play a crucial role in enhanced oxalate formation.
Reactive oxidant species and aerosol water influence oxalate production.
Findings aid in modeling atmospheric oxalate and iron's climate impact.