Out of the following, which one causes "Ozone Depletion"?

Land degradation

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High levels of chlorine and bromine compounds in the stratosphere

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Increase in greenhouse gas concentrations

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Deforestation

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Solution

The correct option is B
High levels of chlorine and bromine compounds in the stratosphere

Ozone depletion is caused due to high levels of chlorine and bromine compounds in the stratosphere.

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