Identify which are correct statements related to ozone depletion.

A. Chlorine and Bromine are used in fire extinguisher
B. Ozone depletion is caused by high levels of chlorine and Bromine
C. Chlorine and Bromine are used in Television
D. Ozone depletion caused by high rainfall
E. Chlorine and Bromine are used in Refrigerator

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, B and E only

The correct statements related to ozone depletion are: A, B and E only

Explanation:

• A. Chlorine and Bromine are used in fire extinguishers: This is correct. Certain fire extinguishers use chemicals containing chlorine or bromine.
• B. Ozone depletion caused by high levels of chlorine and Bromine: This is correct. Ozone depletion is primarily caused by human-made substances like chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons, which release chlorine and bromine when they break down in the stratosphere.
• E. Chlorine and Bromine are used in Refrigerators: This is correct. CFCs, which release chlorine and bromine, were historically used as refrigerants.

Ozone depletion refers to the phenomenon of reductions in the amount of ozone in the stratosphere. The problem of ozone depletion is caused by high levels of chlorine and bromine compounds in the stratosphere. The origins of these compounds are chlorofluorocarbons (CFC), used as cooling substances in airconditioners and refrigerators, or as aerosol propellants, and bromofluorocarbons (halons), used in fire extinguishers. As a result of depletion of the ozone layer, more ultraviolet (UV) radiation comes to Earth and causes damage to living organisms. UV radiation seems responsible for skin cancer in humans; it also lowers production of phytoplankton and thus affects other aquatic organisms. It can also influence the growth of terrestrial plants.