CBSE · Class 10 · Science · Our EnvironmentWhy is the depletion of the ozone layer a cause for concern?
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The depletion of the ozone layer is a major cause for concern because ozone acts as a protective shield by absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiations coming from the sun. If this layer gets depleted, dangerous UV rays will reach the Earth's surface, causing severe health hazards in humans such as skin cancer, cataracts, weakening of the immune system, and damage to aquatic life and agricultural crops.
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