The Montreal Protocol is an international environmental agreement that aims to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production and use of substances that deplete it, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
Think of the Montreal Protocol as a superhero team that comes together to save the ozone layer. Just like how superheroes join forces to fight against villains, countries around the world unite under this agreement to combat ozone-depleting substances.
Ozone Layer: The layer in Earth's atmosphere that contains a high concentration of ozone molecules, which help protect us from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs): Synthetic chemicals used in various industries, such as refrigeration and aerosol propellants, which were found to be major contributors to ozone depletion.
Ozone Depletion: The gradual thinning or reduction of the ozone layer due to human-made chemicals releasing chlorine and bromine atoms into the atmosphere, leading to increased UV radiation reaching Earth's surface.
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