Which of the following is mainly responsible for ozone depletion ?

Options

A. Chlorofluorocarbons
B. Nitrous oxide
C. Sulphur dioxide
D. Carbon dioxide

Answer

A

Explanation

Chlorofluorocarbon contributes to ozone depletion in the upper atmosphere. It is an organic compound that contains only carbon, chlorine, and fluorine, produced as a volatile derivative of methane, ethane, and propane. Its manufacture has been phased out under the Montreal Protocol.