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Which of the following chemical, harmful to ozone, is released by chlorofluoro carbon

A.Sulphur dioxide
B.Fluorine
C.Chlorine✓ Correct
D.Nitrogen dioxide
Explanation

The CFCs, when released into the atmosphere, react with UV rays to form chlorine atoms which destroy the ozone layer and results in the thinning out of the ozone layer.

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