Question

How would depletion of ozone from the stratosphere affect human life?

Answer 1

The ozone layer is basically naturally occurring gas in the region of stratosphere where ozone particles are accumulated. Ozone layer is also naturally broken down but there is a balance between its formation and natural depletion. As a result the total amount of ozone remains constant. Most of ozone is formed at equator where there is maximum sunshine but with winds it travels at high altitude and get accumulated in stratosphere. Ozone depletion is affecting the human health and environment negatively, as it allows the penetration of UV radiations to reach the Earth. These radiations can cause severe diseases in humans such as skin cancer, eye damage and genetic mutations etc.