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Which gas is depleting the ozone layer?

Answer: CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons).

  • A Carbon dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>)
  • B CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons)
  • C Oxygen (O<sub>2</sub>) gas
  • D Methane (CH<sub>4</sub>) gas

Correct answer: B. CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons)

Explanation: CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons from refrigerants and aerosols) release chlorine in the stratosphere, catalytically destroying ozone (O<sub>3</sub>).

Energy Pyramid (10% Law)Carnivore~10 unitsHerbivore~100 unitsProducer~1000 unitsOnly about 10% of energy passes to the next trophic levelFood chain: Grass to Deer to Tiger

Energy pyramid showing a simple food chain (producer to herbivore to carnivore) with energy decreasing roughly tenfold at each trophic level.

Concept context

Ecosystems, food chains, energy flow, nutrient cycles, biodiversity, and conservation.

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