Ozone Depletion In The Stratosphere
Chapter Name : Environmental Issues |
Sub Topic Code : 103_12_16_07_01 |
Topic Name : Ozone Depletion In The Stratosphere |
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Sub Topic Name : Ozone Depletion In The Stratosphere |
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Introduction
The ozone layer
protects the earth from the ultraviolet rays sent down by the sun. If the
ozone layer is depleted by human action, the effects on the planet could be
catastrophic.
Pre-Requisites:
Ozone depletion
Activity:
The frequent climate change
is due to ozone layer depletion.
Real Life Question:
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Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
|---|---|
| Ozone depletion | The ozone layer protects the earth from the ultraviolet rays sent down by the sun. If the ozone layer is depleted by human action, the effects on the planet could be catastrophic. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
|---|---|
| Refrigerators | Releases cfc that harms the ozone layers. |
Real life uses :
Controlling ozone layer
depletion enhances the health of the earth.
Places to visit :
Science museum to
understand the process of ozone layer depletion.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
|---|---|
| Earth | Frequent climate change |
What you learn in Theory:
Global warming is the rise in the average temperature of
earth's atmosphere and oceans since the late 19th century and its projected
continuation.
What you learn in Practice:
The ozone layer
protects the earth from the ultraviolet rays sent down by the sun. If the
ozone layer is depleted by human action, the effects on the planet could be
catastrophic.