What is the cause of ozone depletion?

Conversion of oxygen gas in the atmosphere to ozone.

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Conversion of ozone gas in the atmosphere to oxygen.

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Increase of Earth's temperature due to greenhouse effect.

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Increase in the intensity of the Sun's rays.

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The correct option is D Conversion of ozone gas in the atmosphere to oxygen.
Ozone depletion is caused by the conversion of ozone gas in the atmosphere to oxygen. Some pollutants like CFC catalyzes the process and makes it faster. Ozone layer blocks most of the ultraviolet rays (potentially a cause for cancer) in the sunlight and protect us from it.

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