Chemistry WAEC

The real harmful effect of the release of chlorofluorocarbons into the atmosphere is that it eventually causes?

A. excessive ultraviolet light from the sun to reach the earth surface
B. excessive release of infrared light from the sun to the earth surface
C. corrosive effect of the chemicals on humans and animals
D. acidic effect of chemicals on humans

Correct Answer: Option A

A. excessive ultraviolet light from the sun to reach the earth surface

Explanation

Chlorofluorocarbons are harmful to the environment and living beings because it increases greenhouse gases in the environment which results in forming holes in the ozone layer. And if this happens it will cause to an increase in the ultraviolet rays exposer, and which will make the earth’s surface much hotter than usual.

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