A)
Dr. Molina and his colleagues discovered that some man-made compounds were depleting the _______.
(1 point)
Earth
rainforest
ozone layer
Antarctica
ozone layer
The correct answer is the ozone layer.
To answer this question, we need to understand the context given in the question statement. It mentions that Dr. Molina and his colleagues discovered some man-made compounds that were causing depletion. The question asks what is being depleted by these compounds.
To find the answer, we can look at the options provided and match them with the information given.
Option A: Earth - The question does not provide any specific information that connects the man-made compounds to depletion of the entire Earth. So, we can eliminate this option.
Option B: Rainforest - The question does not mention any direct connection between the man-made compounds and rainforest depletion. So, we can eliminate this option.
Option C: Ozone layer - The man-made compounds mentioned in the question are known as ozone-depleting substances (ODS). Given that the question states Dr. Molina and his colleagues discovered these compounds, and ozone depletion is a well-known issue caused by certain man-made chemicals, it is the most likely answer.
Option D: Antarctica - The question does not mention any specific connection between the man-made compounds and depletion in Antarctica. So, we can eliminate this option.
Therefore, the correct answer is C) ozone layer.