Q179
Which of the following depletion results in the increase in the UV radiation on the Earth?
A.
Carbon monoxide
B.
Carbon dioxide
C.
Ozone
AnswerD.
Oxygen
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The depletion of the ozone layer leads, on the average, to an increase in ground-level ultraviolet radiation, because ozone is an effective absorber of ultraviolet radiation.