The ozone hole over the Antarctic this year caught many people's attention since it was reported that it had reached record size. Many people hear these stats and really don't know what they exactly mean, they know that it can't be a good thing but what does it actually mean for them? In my paper I will explain the process and causes of the depletion itself, what does this depletion means to humans and plants, and what can be done if anything to prevent further damage.
The ozone depletion process begins when CFCs and other ozone depleting substances (ODS) are emitted into the atmosphere.…
