12. Is it possible that the heat generated by the Shuttle can damage the ozone? (A K2S Question)

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It is possible, but the total heat from a Shuttle flight is small compared to the heat content of the atmosphere. Water vapor and other chemicals from the Shuttle engines are more likely to damage the ozone.

Answer provided by Robert P. McCoy, Ph.D.


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