Is the ozone hole causing climate change?

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The ozone layer and climate change are interconnected environmental issues, yet they serve distinct roles in Earth’s atmospheric dynamics. The ozone layer, situated in the stratosphere, acts as a protective shield by absorbing and blocking the majority of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
But do you think the formation of the ozone hole is a reason for climate change?
Read more to find out!

https://climate.nasa.gov/faq/15/is-the-ozone-hole-causing-climate-change/

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I dont think so. The ozone hole’s formation isn’t the main reason for climate change. Climate change involves broader shifts in Earth’s climate due to multiple factors, not just the ozone layer

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