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Ozone layer of upper atmosphere is being destroyed by:

Correct answer: C. Chloro-fluoro-carbon

  • A. Sulphur di-oxide
  • B. Carbon di-oxide
  • C. Chloro-fluoro-carbon
  • D. Smog

Explanation

Chlorofluorocarbons release chlorine radicals in the stratosphere, and these radicals catalytically destroy ozone. Sulphur dioxide contributes to acid rain, whereas carbon dioxide contributes mainly to the greenhouse effect.

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