It is a toxic gas and its reaction with NO gives NO2
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B
in the stratosphere, it forms a protective shield against UV radiation.
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C
in the atmosphere, it is depleted by CFCs.
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D
in the stratosphere, CFCs release chlorine free radicals (Cl) which reacts with O3 to give chlorine dioxide radicals.
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Solution
The correct option is D in the stratosphere, CFCs release chlorine free radicals (Cl) which reacts with O3 to give chlorine dioxide radicals. In presence of sunlight CFC's molecule divides & release chlorine free radical, which react with ozone give chlorine monoxide radical (ClO⋅)