Causes and Effects of Ozone Loss

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AP Environmental Science › Causes and Effects of Ozone Loss

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1

Ozone depletion is caused by the presence of halogen containing compounds in the atmosphere. Which of the following is NOT a halogen?

neon

fluorine

chlorine

bromine

iodine

Explanation

Fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine are all halogens. Neon on the other hand is an inert noble gas.

2

In Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina, and Chile, cases of __________ are increasing due to ozone depletion.

cataracts

birth defects

species extinctions

insect-borne disease

Explanation

Cataracts, skin cancer, and high-intensity sunburns are all on the rise in these countries due to ozone depletion and therefore higher exposure to harmful UV rays.

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