How Is Man Destroying the Ozone Layer?

Ozone depletion occurs when chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons—gases formerly found in aerosol spray cans and refrigerants—are released into the atmosphere (see details below). ... CFCs and halons cause chemical reactions that break down ozone molecules, reducing ozone's ultraviolet radiation-absorbing capacity.

Is the ozone layer being destroyed by humans?

Human activity has damaged this protective layer of the stratosphere and while ozone layer health has improved, there's still much to be done. The ozone layer helps to protect life from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

What destroyed the ozone layer?

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) have been identified as the main cause of the destruction to the ozone layer, but there are also compounds containing bromine, other halogen compounds and also nitrogen oxides which cause damage.