Question

Q. Which of the following can be the effects of depletion of the Ozone layer?

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Depletion of the ozone layer will remove any hindrance to incoming solar radiation which will result in increase in temperature across the globe.

Statement 2 is correct: UV rays can lead to radiation which inturn can cause mutation in human DNA which will result in genetic disorders.

Statement 3 is correct: UV rays destroy chlorophyll content in plants.