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Which of the following chemical groups is most effective at destroying the ozone layer?

ANoble gases
BHalogens (like Chlorine and Bromine)
CAlkali metals
DLanthanides

✓ Correct Answer: BHalogens (like Chlorine and Bromine)

Halogens act as catalysts in the stratosphere, where one chlorine atom can destroy thousands of ozone molecules.

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