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joesmith1212

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Which of the following is the primary cause of thinning of the ozone layer?
 a. gases composed of carbon, chlorine, and fluorine
  b. coolants in refrigerators and air conditioners
  c. chlorofluorocarbons
  d. all of these choices

Question 2

Which statement about ozone is incorrect?
 a. It is a highly reactive nitrogen molecule that occurs naturally in the stratosphere.
  b. The high concentration of ozone found in the upper atmosphere protects all living things from UV radiation from the sun.
  c. The ozone layer is 12 to 30 miles above the Earth.
  d. The same ozone that preserves life in the upper atmosphere is toxic when inhaled in low concentrations at ground level.



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

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