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Which is responsible for ozone depletion?

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C F C s

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Hydrocarbons

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C O_{2}

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C O

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Solution

The correct option is A $C F C s$
The Main Ozone-Depleting Substances
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
Halons
Methyl Chloroform
Carbon Tetrachloride
Hydrofluorocarbons (HCFCs)

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