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Which element from CFC's come into contact most with ozone molecules?
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Chlorine comes into contact with ozone most. It destroys almost 100,000 molecules of ozone at a single time.
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Do CFCs strengthen the ozone layer?
No, the chlorine and other chemicals in CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) destroy the ozone molecules and weaken the ozone layer.
What human-made chemicals cause the ozone to deplete?
The human made chemicals that destroy the ozone are CFCs. These CFCs are ones that decompose the ozone molecules.
What does cfc's do to the ozone molecules?
CFCs convert ozone to oxygen. They are responsible for ozone layer depletion.
How do CFCs affect animals?
They don't. CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) are non-toxic to humans and animals. They only kill ozone molecules.
What depletes ozone in stratosphere?
The depletion of ozone in stratosphere is due to the continues usage of CFCs. These cfc contribute to the depletion of ozone molecules.
What causes the ozone hole to expand?
As the CFCs are carried to Antarctica there is a big ozone hole. Chlorine and bromine atoms from CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) separate and destroy ozone molecules, but remain active for several years continuing their destruction. So if more CFCs will be produced in the world more CFCs will be carried to Antarctica by the polar winds and more depletion and the rate of depletion will exceed the rate of formation of ozone molecules resulting in the expansion of ozone hole over Antarctica.
Do chlorofluorocarbons make the ozone layer thicker?
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.
What class of molecules has CFCs replace?
CFC's are ozone depleting substances. HCFC's are an alternative to CFC's.
What happens to CFCs in the upper atmosphere that allow them to react with ozone?
When the CFCs go up to the stratosphere the react with strong UV light. This breaks the C-Cl bonds of the compound so therefore the Cl get removed from the reaction. This is a danger to the ozone molecules in our atmosphere because the Cl molecules react with the hydrogen molecules in the ozone compound this destroys the ozone compound and releases more oxygen molecules in to the upper atmosphere.
What are some issues with ozone depletion?
Ozone depletion is the process of thinning of ozone molecules below a certain concentration. The main reason behind ozone depletion is the excessive use of CFCs.
What are 3 sources of the CFCs that destroy ozone molecules?
3 sources of CFC's are:Aerosol SpraysRefrigeratorsAir conditioners.
What is the pollutant believed to be causing damage to the ozone layer?
The pollutant that is beleived to be causing damage is CFC. It is a synthetic chemical that might lead to ozone depletion.
