Which gas is mainly responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Chlorofluorocarbons
- Step 1: CFCs release chlorine atoms in the stratosphere which break down ozone. Answer: Chlorofluorocarbons. Why not the others: Carbon dioxide, Methane and Sulphur dioxide don't fit.
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