SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

BIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The ozone layer is damaged by
A
CFCs
B
Increase in greenhouse gases
C
Increased global temperatures
D
Sulfuric and nitric acids
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Gaseous CFCs can deplete the ozone layer when they slowly rise into the stratosphere, are broken down by strong ultraviolet radiation, release chlorine atoms, and then react with ozone molecules. See Ozone Depleting Substance.)

Detailed explanation-2: -Ozone depleting substances are chemicals that destroy the earth’s protective ozone layer. They include: chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

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