Which type of pollution is mainly responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer?

Water pollution

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Air pollution

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Noise pollution

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Light pollution

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Solution

The correct option is B Air pollution
Air pollution is the leading cause of ozone layer depletion. Pollutants like CFCs, HFCs and methyl bromide depletes the ozone layer. CFCs are released from refrigerators and air conditioners which are used by people.

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