Nonlinear deviations of refractive index induced by changing atmospheric chemical components and heat release by ozone photodissociation are discussed. The results of computer simulations of distortions of the beam profile are presented. The important role of concentrational and thermal nonlinearities in changing patial spectrum of radiation propagating through an ozone layer is shown.
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