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The formation of ozone holes in the Antarctic Region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the formation of this hole

The formation of ozone holes in the Antarctic Region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the formation of this hole?

(a)

Presence of prominent tropospheric turbulence; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbons

(b)

Presence of prominent polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbons

(c)

Absence of polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of methane and chlorofluorocarbons

(d)

Increased temperature at polar region due to global warming

Answer:

(b)

Core Books/NCERT

Explanation

Ozone depletion is due to chemical reactions with chlorine compounds from CFCs, facilitated by polar stratospheric clouds in the Antarctic region.