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No. The opposite. Chlorine in chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) destroys the ozone molecules. CFCs also remain in the atmosphere for up to 70 years. That is why, even though there are no more CFCs being emitted, it will take till 2060 for the ozone layer to repair itself completely.
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Do CFCs make the ozone layer thicker?
No. See the related questions section below.
Does the ozone destroy chlorofluorocarbon molecules?
In general, no. If a molecule has a double carbon=carbon bond, ozone will attack it. Otherwise, ozone will have no effect on such molecules. High energy sunlight however, such as found near the ozone layer, can split chlorine off CFCs.
What gas can make ozone layer stronger stronger?
Only ozone can make itself stronger. It will make ozone layer thick.
What substance can damage the ozone layer?
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and the chlorine that they release are causing the damage to the ozone layer, and the extreme thinning at the poles that are called "holes". Ozone is a protective layer in the upper atmosphere. It is formed, when oxygen molecules absorb short wavelength ultra violet radiations from the sun. Ozone is mostly destroyed by free radicals in the atmosphere. When compounds like CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) and other halocarbons are released, they are dissociated by sunlight into chloride radicals. These radicals attack ozone, thereby decreasing its concentration. This results in a thinning of the ozone layer, and in polar regions, a hole. The holes occur at the poles, and usually in Antarctica because of the extreme cold. During the winter polar stratospheric clouds form which are able to convert gases in the atmosphere into Cl (chlorine) and ClO (chlorine monoxide). When the sun arrives at the end of winter, that is the trigger to begin. This is why the hole is largest in spring.
What can make the ozone layer thicker?
The ozone layer becomes thicker. Then the UV rays will not be able to enter the surface. The atmosphere will be better protected from solar radiation and it's possible that it will close at least some of the ozone holes.
What substances can make the ozone layer becomes thinner?
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
Do CFCs make the ozone layer thicker?
No. See the related questions section below.
Does the ozone destroy chlorofluorocarbon molecules?
In general, no. If a molecule has a double carbon=carbon bond, ozone will attack it. Otherwise, ozone will have no effect on such molecules. High energy sunlight however, such as found near the ozone layer, can split chlorine off CFCs.
What gas can make ozone layer stronger stronger?
Only ozone can make itself stronger. It will make ozone layer thick.
What substance can damage the ozone layer?
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and the chlorine that they release are causing the damage to the ozone layer, and the extreme thinning at the poles that are called "holes". Ozone is a protective layer in the upper atmosphere. It is formed, when oxygen molecules absorb short wavelength ultra violet radiations from the sun. Ozone is mostly destroyed by free radicals in the atmosphere. When compounds like CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) and other halocarbons are released, they are dissociated by sunlight into chloride radicals. These radicals attack ozone, thereby decreasing its concentration. This results in a thinning of the ozone layer, and in polar regions, a hole. The holes occur at the poles, and usually in Antarctica because of the extreme cold. During the winter polar stratospheric clouds form which are able to convert gases in the atmosphere into Cl (chlorine) and ClO (chlorine monoxide). When the sun arrives at the end of winter, that is the trigger to begin. This is why the hole is largest in spring.
How have chlorofluocarbons harmed the environment?
For years people thought chlorofluorocarbons were harmless. Then someone discovered they destroyed the ozone in the ozone layer. The ozone layer stops the most dangerous of the sun's rays. Those rays cause cancer when they strike an individual. The continued use of chlorofluorocarbons would wipe out life on earth that lives above the ground or above sea level from cancer. As a result, it became illegal to make machinery that used them. When machines that used them had to be repaired, a different refrigerant had to be used.
What can make the ozone layer thicker?
The ozone layer becomes thicker. Then the UV rays will not be able to enter the surface. The atmosphere will be better protected from solar radiation and it's possible that it will close at least some of the ozone holes.
How do humans impact on Ozone Layer?
Human activities cause release of CFC gases which are pollutants are responsible for the depletion of ozone layer. CFC convert ozone to oxygen and make it useless for the absorption of UV radiation.
Describe The destruction of The ozone layer by CFCs?
The CFC's are present in the ozone layer. They make oxides with ozone and deplete it.
What can you do about it ozone layer?
Curb the CFC's. This will make ozone replenish.
What chemicals make up the ozone layer?
The ozone layer is made up of ozone molecules only. These molecules are reactive in nature.
What is the concern if the ozone layer continues to get bigger?
The ozone hole forms in an area that is receiving no UV-C from the Sun to make new ozone. If that area is receiving no UV-C, then it is receiving no UV-B either. So the effect on Earth's surface life due to a larger "ozone hole" is negligible. What makes the ozone larger is global ozone depletion, and that does have important consequence. See the question below.
