The photochemical decomposition of chlorofluorocarbons 
was shown to enhance the decomposition of ozone
2 O3(g)
3 O2(g)
Leading to the formation of an ozone hole over the South Pole. In the following mechanism for the decomposition of ozone, characterize the products (ClO, O2, and Cl) in each of the two steps.
Step 1:
Step 2: 
A) Cl is a catalyst, ClO is an intermediate, and O2 is a reaction product.
B) Cl is an intermediate, ClO is a catalyst, and O2 is a reaction product.
C) Cl and ClO are both catalysts, and O2 is a reaction product.
D) Cl, ClO, and O2 are all intermediates.
E) Cl is a catalyst, and ClO and O2 are intermediates.
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