How to take care of the ozone layer

The so-called ozone layer is a concentration of this gas that covers part of the atmosphere of planet Earth, in a strip between 15 and 50 kilometers high, and protects it from the ultraviolet radiation of the sun by gathering 90% of the ozone present in the atmosphere. The action of chlorofluorocarbon gases (CFCs), present in many industrial and domestic uses, as in aerosols, destroys ozone molecules and has caused a hole in Antarctica the size of the United States, which is still open despite the efforts of governments to reduce these harmful emissions. Therefore, we tell you what you can do also at the individual level if you want to know how to take care of the ozone layer .

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The ozone layer remained constant until the arrival of the industrial era and with it began a substantial decrease in the amount of ozone at the poles, mainly in Antarctica that was such that it is even known as " the ozone hole ". The problem with the ozone hole is that the sun's rays pass without the ultraviolet filter and its ability to generate problems in the skin of animals (including us humans) rises to impressive levels, some with triggers of serious diseases such as skin cancer or severe vision problems.

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Limits the use of the car and devices equipped with an internal combustion engine. If you have an option, use the public transport or move on foot or by bicycle.

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Take care of your driving Do not drive on the basis of sudden accelerations or go at high speed, since you will consume more fuel to travel the same distance. If you are going to stand for more than a minute, do not leave the engine running.

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Do not buy spray cans or aerosols that contain CFC gases. Check the package that contains a badge or a logo that indicates it, almost all have it. Likewise, it is necessary to avoid consuming foods packed in boxes made with polystyrene foams and do not buy synthetic foams containing CFC, since sometimes they are also used to make these materials.

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Buy low-energy bulbs and replace the conventional ones that you have in your home, since they need less electricity and, therefore, require the use of fewer natural resources and emissions to produce that amount of energy.

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It carries out a good maintenance of the freezer and of the conditioned air, since if they break down they could produce a leak of these gases to the outside. If you are going to buy a new device, buy one that meets the requirements of environmental sustainability and does not contain the aforementioned CFC, and if you notice that the device in question no longer barely cools, notify a technician.

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If you have to buy extinguishers, check that they do not contain halons, since these substances are also harmful to the ozone layer.

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Do not leave the electric appliances on in stand-by mode, since at the end of the year they also represent an important electrical expense for the house. Study which appliances spend more electricity in your home and try to reduce their use or replace them with more efficient models, if you can. Your pocket will also appreciate it.

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In addition to taking care of the ozone layer you must take care of yourself to avoid having any health problem referred to it, follow these tips and you will do well:

• If you go to the sun use glasses with UV protection (ultraviolet)
• Wear hat
• Do not expose yourself to the sun between 11 am and 3 pm
• Use approved sunscreen creams

That's it, following these simple tips will be contributing to the ozone layer. Also if you are interested you can contribute with environmental associations to pressure powerful nations with the laws and regulations related to environmental care.

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Do not throw your old air conditioner, refrigerator or freezer into the landfill or waste bin. Take it to a clean point where you can properly treat the polluting residues inside.

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Create awareness among yours, especially among the youngest ones, so that they learn to take care of their environment and assume natural sustainable habits.