Ozone exposure can lead to a range of health problems, including increased risk of heart disease, aggravation of asthma and other respiratory conditions, and eye irritation and tearing.

Methane is not a precursor to ozone formation, while nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are.

Motor vehicles, industrial emissions, and power plants are all major sources of ozone precursors.

High temperatures, strong sunlight, and low wind speeds can all contribute to the formation of ozone.

The NAAQS for ozone is 70 parts per billion (ppb), averaged over an 8-hour period.

The NAAQS for ozone is designed to protect both public health and the environment.

Long-term exposure to ozone has been linked to a range of health problems, including increased risk of asthma, reduced lung function, and increased risk of heart disease. However, there is no evidence to suggest that it can improve cognitive function.

Reducing emissions of ozone precursors, increasing the use of renewable energy sources, and improving energy efficiency are all important strategies for reducing ozone pollution.

Driving less and walking or biking more, using public transportation or carpooling, and reducing energy consumption at home are all examples of measures that can be taken to reduce ozone pollution.

The EPA is responsible for setting and enforcing air quality standards, conducting research on ozone pollution, and providing technical assistance to state and local governments.

The primary NAAQS is designed to protect public health, while the secondary NAAQS is designed to protect the environment. The primary NAAQS is more stringent than the secondary NAAQS.

Ozone pollution can damage crops and forests, reduce visibility, and increase smog formation. However, it does not improve air quality.

Ozone is formed in the atmosphere through a process called photochemical smog formation.

Temperature, wind speed, and cloud cover can all affect the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere. Humidity does not have a significant effect on ozone concentration.

Ozone is removed from the atmosphere through a process called deposition.