Montreal Protocol Purpose
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The Montreal Protocol was adopted for:
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Banning the use of CFC compounds and other ozone depleting chemicals ✓ Correct
- Protecting biodiversity
- Reducing poverty
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The Montreal Protocol banned the use of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) compounds and other ozone depleting chemicals such as carbon tetrachloride, trichloroethane, and halons.
Key Points:
- CFCs are used in air-conditioners and refrigerators.
- Halons are used in fire extinguishers.
- Ozone depletion causes increased UV radiation reaching Earth.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A: That was the purpose of Kyoto Protocol.
- C, D: Montreal Protocol specifically addresses ozone depletion.
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