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The ozone hole
 
  A) occurs the equatorial regions as a result of higher stratospheric temperatures.
  B) is a natural phenomenon resulting from the unequal distribution stratospheric oxygen.
  C) is a complex phenomenon in polar regions that results in the release of seasonally large amounts of chlorine, which breaks down ozone.
  D) usually forms over industrial areas during summer when large amounts of SOX and NOX are released into the atmosphere.

Question 2

CFCs primarily contribute to the destruction of the ozone by
 
  A) producing chlorinated gases that reflect a significant amount of ultraviolet light.
  B) releasing carbon monoxide into the stratosphere, which reacts with the oxygen in ozone.
  C) releasing gases into the stratosphere that block the enzymes that create ozone.
  D) contributing free chlorine atoms, which act as a catalyst in the breakdown of ozone.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D




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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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