Ozone-layer is getting depleted because of

Excessive use of automobiles

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Excessive formation of industrial units

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Excessive use of man made compounds containing both fluorine and chlorine

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Excessive deforestation.

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The correct option is C Excessive use of man made compounds containing both fluorine and chlorine
Ozone layer is a region of concentration of ozone molecule. $O_{3} (O_{2} + O)$ in the earth's atmosphere. The layer lies in the stratosphere at an altitude of 18-50 kms. The ozone layer naturally Shields earth's life from the harmful effect of the Sun's ultraviolet radiations.

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