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  • Atmospheric Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Physical Chemistry

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  • The air-water interface (AWI) is a distinct reaction environment compared to the bulk phase.
  • Atmospheric multiphase reactions often generate short-lived intermediates at the AWI.
  • The AWI is relevant to cloud droplets, aerosols, ocean surfaces, and biological systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight recent experimental advances in detecting atmospherically important intermediates at the AWI.
  • To elucidate reaction mechanisms occurring at the AWI.
  • To discuss challenges and future directions in atmospheric multiphase chemistry.

Main Methods:

  • Laser flash photolysis combined with spray ionization mass spectrometry (LFP-SIMS) to detect organic peroxyl radicals (RO2·).
  • Time-resolved, laser-induced fluorescence to detect hydroxyl radicals (OH·) at the gas-liquid interface.
  • Direct probing of short-lived intermediates at the AWI.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated direct detection of organic peroxyl radicals (RO2·) and hydroxyl radicals (OH·) at the AWI.
  • Provided insights into the formation mechanisms of these interfacial intermediates.
  • Showcased the capability of advanced techniques to probe transient species in multiphase systems.

Conclusions:

  • Experimental advancements enable direct detection of key intermediates at the air-water interface.
  • Understanding AWI chemistry is critical for accurate atmospheric models.
  • Further research is needed to address current challenges and explore future prospects in atmospheric multiphase chemistry.