The problem of ozone depletion is caused by high levels of chlorine and bromine compounds in the ___ .

Atmosphere

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Stratosphere

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Troposphere

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Mesosphere

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Stratosphere

The problem of ozone depletion is caused by high levels of chlorine and bromine compounds in the stratosphere.

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