Which substance is primarily responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer in the Earth's stratosphere?

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24 Jul 2024
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28 May 2026

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Among various atmospheric pollutants, chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are the chief agents causing the thinning of the ozone layer by breaking down ozone molecules in the stratosphere, leading to ozone depletion.

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