How do chlorofluorocarbons affect earth's ozone layer?

CFCs affect the ozone layer by destroying ozone molecules. CFCs, or chlorofluorocarbons, are normally stable molecules, but when UV rays strike them, they are broken down. Ozone forms a protective layer in the stratosphere and shields Earth from the damaging rays of the sun, namely the sun's ultraviolet rays. read more

CFCs affect the ozone layer by destroying ozone molecules. CFCs, or chlorofluorocarbons, are normally stable molecules, but when UV rays strike them, they are broken down. The chlorine atom released from a CFC wreaks havoc on ozone molecules. read more