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Thinning of ozone layer due to catalytic destruction of stratospheric ozone is more prominent over north pole (Arctic) compared to south pole (Antarctica). The direct emission of CFCs (ozone depleting substances) in stratosphere are more in northern hemisphere compared to those in southern hemisphere of the Earth. Which of the following is most appropriate?

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More CFC emissions (northern hemisphere) $\rightarrow$ greater ozone-depleting substance concentration $\rightarrow$ more Arctic ozone thinning.
Updated On: May 26, 2026
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
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The Correct Option is A

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