What are $CFCs$?

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(N/A) $CFCs$ stands for $Chlorofluorocarbons$. These are organic compounds that contain carbon,chlorine,and fluorine,produced as a volatile derivative of methane,ethane,and propane. They were commonly used as refrigerants,propellants in aerosol applications,and solvents. However,their use has been largely phased out due to their role in ozone layer depletion.

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We are lucky that ozone is not stable near the Earth's surface. Why? Give an appropriate answer.

The ozone layer is getting depleted because of:

Ozone layer is getting depleted because of:

How are $CFCs$ harmful for the environment and living beings?

$(a)$ Where is the ozone layer found?
$(b)$ What is an ozone hole and how is it caused?
$(c)$ State the harmful effects of ozone depletion.

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