Dedal PT1
Dedal PT1
Dedal PT1
Name: Shairah Joy J. Dedal Section: 11 ABM-A3 Date of Submission: January 26, 2023
Ozone Depleting Substances are the primary
factors behind the ozone layer's depletion
(ODS). The biggest factor for the ozone layer to
Solutions to Ozone Layer Depletion
thin out is chlorofluorocarbons or CFCs. These
are released by solvents, spray aerosols, The depletion of the ozone layer is a serious
freezers, air-conditioners, etc. UV rays cause issue and various programs have been
the CFC molecules in the stratosphere to launched by the government to prevent it.
disintegrate, releasing chlorine atoms in the However, steps should be taken at the
process. Ozone is destroyed when these atoms individual level as well to prevent the
interact with it. depletion of the ozone layer.
The ozone layer has been found to be depleted Reduce your use of ozone-depleting gases.
by certain natural processes such as sunspots For instance, refrain from using CFCs in air
and stratospheric winds. But it does not cause conditioners and freezers. To reduce its
more than 1-2% of the ozone layer depletion. usage on a personal level as well, nitrous
Volcanic activities are also responsible for the oxide's negative risks should be made known
depletion of the ozone layer. to the public, as well as the dangers of the
products that produces it. Several greenhouse
gases released by vehicles contribute to
ozone depletion and global warming.
Therefore, it is best to limit the use of
vehicles as much as possible.
Name: Shairah Joy J. Dedal Section: 11 ABM-A3 Date of Submission: January 26, 2023