What is the composition of the compounds once used in air conditioners, resulting in ozone layer depletion?

Carbon

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Chlorine

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Sulphur

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Fluorine

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Solution

The correct option is D Fluorine
Refrigerants used in air conditioners were the most common source of CFCs.
CFCs are halocarbons that contain only the elements carbon, chlorine, and fluorine.

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