Chemistry · 2021
JEE Main · 4 August 2021, Shift 1 · Q41
In stratosphere, chlorofluorocarbon compounds break down by UV radiations, releasing 'X' free radical, which further causes ozone layer depletion.…
In stratosphere, chlorofluorocarbon compounds break down by UV radiations, releasing 'X' free radical, which further causes ozone layer depletion. Identify 'X'.
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$\displaystyle { }^{\bullet} \mathrm{Cl}$
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