The effect of ozone depletion include

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The effect of ozone depletion include

A. UV light reaches the earth

B. affect the climate

C. cause skin cancer

D. all the above

Answer: Option D

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Ozone layer depletion causes increased UV radiation levels at the Earth's surface, which is damaging to human health. Negative effects include increases in certain types of skin cancers, eye cataracts and immune deficiency disorders.

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