Chlorofluorocarbons cause

Global warming

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Eutrophication of lakes

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Depletion of the ozone layer

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Magnification in the food chain

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Acid rain

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Solution

The correct option is A Depletion of the ozone layer
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) also known as freons which cause a destruction of ozone layer found in the stratospheric layer. The ozone layer in the atmosphere prevents the harmful UV rays from reaching the earth surface. When this ozone layer gets depleted, harmful UV rays causes skin cancer.

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79. Which of the following are Ozone Depleting Substances ?

1. Halons

2. Carbon Tetrachloride

3. Hydro chlorofluorocarbons HCFCs.

4. Hydro fluorocarbons HFCs.

5. Chlorofluorocarbons CFCs.

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