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Which of the following is a health risk associated with ozone depletion

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uv rays affect the skin, the immune system, eyes

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The ozone layer acts as a natural filter, absorbing most of the sun's burning ultraviolet (UV) rays. Stratospheric ozone depletion leads to an increase in UV-B that reach the earth's surface, where it can disrupt biological processes and damage a number of materials.

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UVB radiation increases? This damages the eyes, skin and immune system! Sorry! I just guessed because there were no choices that went along with the question!
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