List two causes of depletion of the ozone layer. Mention any two harmful effects of the depletion of this layer.

Vedclass pdf generator app on play store
Vedclass iOS app on app store
(N/A) Two causes of the depletion of the ozone layer are:
$(i)$ Use of $CFCs$ (Chlorofluorocarbons) in refrigeration.
$(ii)$ Use of $CFCs$ in fire extinguishers and aerosol sprayers.
The harmful effects of the depletion of the ozone layer are:
$(i)$ Due to the depletion of the ozone layer,$UV$ radiations reach the Earth. These $UV$ radiations cause skin cancer,damage to eyes,and harm the immune system.
$(ii)$ This depletion of the ozone layer may also lead to variations in global rainfall,ecological disturbances,and a decrease in global food supplies.

Explore More

Similar Questions

What type of organisms are producers?

What are decomposers? What will be the consequence of their absence in an ecosystem?

Indicate the flow of energy in an ecosystem. Why is it unidirectional? Justify.

Suggest any four activities in daily life which are eco-friendly.

You are advised to use eco-friendly appliances like refrigerators and $ACs$. Giving reasons,explain how these devices cause harm to the environment.

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo