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Which ozone depleting substance(ODS) is most dangerous for ozone layer?


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CFCs or chlorofluorocarbons are most dangerous for ozone layer.

Ozone depletion- The decrease in the concentration of the ozone layer in the stratosphere due to ozone-depleting substances.

  1. CFCs are released by refrigerators and air conditioners.
  2. CFCs are able to break the ozone molecule and convert it into oxygen and a free radicle of oxygen.

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