NEET Biology question

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Peeling of the ozone umbrella, which protects from UV rays, is caused by

(A)CFCsCorrect
(B)
(C)PAN
(D)Coal burning

Answer: (A)

Solution

The thinning ("peeling") of the protective stratospheric ozone layer is caused chiefly by chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), which release ozone-destroying chlorine radicals upon photolysis. ,

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