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Which one of the following diseases is caused due to ozone depletion on human?

A
Huntington's chorea
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B
Small pox
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C
Plague
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D
Erythemia
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Solution

The correct option is B Erythemia
  • Due to the ozone depletion, the UV rays are filtered in the Earth's atmosphere.
  • This ray results in the development of various diseases. One of the common disorder is erythema.
  • This is a disease in which there are reddening and swelling of the skin. There is swelling of the mucous membranes.
  • There is an increase in the blood flow from the peripheral capillaries which results in inflammation.
  • Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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