Ocean Turtle

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July 17, 2014July 17, 2014

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GyerWicked

Ozone Layer Depletion Causes and Effects

The ozone-hole.org.uk offers you to read some interesting facts about Ozone layer depletion. Ozone depletion is the term used to describe the thinning of the ozone layer in the stratosphere. Ozone depletion occurs when the natural balance between its production and destruction in the stratosphere is disturbed in favor of its destruction. Human activities are the main factor causing the disruption of this natural balance, mainly due to emissions to the atmosphere of synthetic chemicals known as ozone-depleting substances. And about the effects of ozone depletion on humans, the studies have shown that exposure to UV radiation is linked to many human health problems, including skin cancer. The scientists are also indicating that with the increased exposure to UV-B affects the human immune system which leads to premature aging of the skin.