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Many things can be done to prevent depletion of the Ozone (Ozone Layer)
(a little background...) Ozone is comprised of 3 oxygen atoms, known as O3. When we hear the term Oxygen, it is usually referring to the Oxygen that we breathe, known as O2. O2 is a necessary component for life (almost all life) on Earth's surface - it is the form of Oxygen that we breathe; it is used in cellular respiration in animals and photosynthesis in plants. Ozone, or O3, is in fact toxic to living creatures, but without it we would be in a lot of danger - So how does that work? Ozone, is naturally found in the upper level of our atmosphere. It absorbs many of the harmful rays of the sun, known as Ultraviolet radiation (UV-A, UV-B and UV-C) which can cause cancer and cellular damage. Pollution is a major source of depletion of the Ozone layer. Many man-made pollutants contain compounds called Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and bromofluorocarbons. These compounnds can rise to the upper level of our stratosphere Where UV light breaks them into free radicals of Chlorine (Cl) and Bromine (Br). Each of these radicals is then free to react with O3 and catalyze a chain reaction capable of breaking down over 10,000 ozone molecules. IN SHORT- the compounds in Pollution from factories and aerosol cans can destroy ozone molecules, To prevent this laws have been passed to stop and control production of these compounds. You as an individual can help by lobbying in Congress, supporting environmental organizations and spreading the word to your friends, family and anyone you know about the causes and prevention of damage to Ozone.
What else can I help you with?
Ozone depletion occurs in the?
Ozone depletion occurs in the ozone layer.
What is depletion zone?
Ozone depletion is the thinning of ozone layer below a certain concentration. This phenomenon is termed as ozone depletion.
Is global warming a factor that cause ozone depletion or a result of ozone depletion?
Global warming and ozone depletion are not related.
What is the recipe for ozone depletion?
Ozone depletion is caused by CFC's. They react with ozone to deplete it.
Way to reduce ozone depletion?
Reducing the use of ozone-depleting substances such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) is key. This can be achieved by using alternatives like hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and natural refrigerants. Additionally, implementing regulations and international agreements like the Montreal Protocol that aim to phase out ozone-depleting substances can help in reducing ozone depletion.
What do you as people need to do to reduce ozone depletion?
We need to reduce ozone depletion. We can do that by curbing the use of CFC's.
What needs to be done to reduce ozone depletion?
To reduce ozone depletion, we must stop the use of CFC's. They react with ozone to deplete it.
How can you reduce the depletion of the ozone layer due to CFC?
To reduce the depletion, curb CFC's. they react and deplete ozone.
What can you do to reduce the ozone layer depletion?
In order to reduce the ozone layer depletion we can minimize the use of products containing CFC's. These are deodorants, spray cans, refrigerators etc.
What can be done to reduce the depletion of the ozone layer?
The ozone depletion can be reduced by eliminating the root cause. The root cause is the use of CFC's.
What are some methods used to reduce ozone depletion?
See "What can we do to protect the ozone layer?"
Can plants help improve your ozone layer?
Plats reduce global warming and since global warming is related to ozone depletion. Thus plants improve ozone depletion.
What can be done to reduce further depletion?
The further depletion can be reduced by stopping CFC's. The CFC's are ozone harming.
How do you reduce deplation of ozone layer?
The depletion could be reduced by curing CFC's. They cause damage to the ozone.
Can you reduce to stop ozone layer depletion and also the global warming?
Yes we can. If we reduce the greenhouse gases.
Ozone depletion occurs in the?
Ozone depletion occurs in the ozone layer.
What is definition of Ozone layer depletion?
Ozone depletion is the depletion of ozone molecules. It is happening because of CFC's.
