Question

which compounds are responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer

Answer 1

Answer:

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other halogenated ozone depleting substances (ODS) are mainly responsible for man-made chemical ozone depletion. The total amount of effective halogens (chlorine and bromine) in the stratosphere can be calculated and are known as the equivalent effective stratospheric chlorine (EESC).

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Chlorofluorocarbons

Explanation:

Chlorofluorocarbons contain chlorine, which is responsible for dissociating ozone in the stratosphere. This led to chlorofluorocarbons being banned in the United States in 1996.