a) Thinning of the ozone layer allows high levels of UV radiations to reach the earth
causing mutations in organisms.
b) In humans, the incidence of skin cancer and cataract increases.
c) In plants and animals, it affects growth and physiological functions.
d) It affects the population ratio of phytoplanktons causing serious imbalance in the
ecosystem.
e) In the atmosphere, it affects the natural balance of gases, particularly affecting the
carbon cycle.