Explain how the ozone layer forms? and the consequences of the destruction of the ozon layer.

Basically elemental oxygen is found in the form of a diatomic molecule.When high-energy ultraviolet rays (UV) strikes diatomic oxygen molecule (O2), they split the molecule into two single oxygen atoms, known as atomic oxygen. A freed oxygen atom then combines with another oxygen molecule to form a molecule of ozone (O3).O2 + UV » O + OO2 + O » O3Like this the ozone layer is formed.Ozone performs an essential function by absorbing harmful radiations from the Sun. This prevents the harmful UV rays from reaching the surface of the Earth where they may damage many life forms.Recently, the ozone layer was getting depleted due to various man-made compounds like CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons).When these compounds reached the ozone layer, they react with ozone molecules.It results in the reduction of the ozone layer.The consequences of the destruction of the ozone layer is devastating.UV rays could find its ways to reach the surface of the earth.Not only the temperature of the earth will increase for this, but it will also cause many diseases like skin diseases and also cancer.

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