World Ozone Day Spcl: Substances To Avoid

In order to protect Mother Earth's blanket on this World Ozone Day, you can do many little things which might save our Earth. When we join hands, there is nothing which is impossible, when it comes to saving our green and blue Earth. Today as we celebrate World Ozone Day, there are some of the substances which need to be avoided. These substances are the main cause of the depletion of the Ozone layer. According to scientific evidence, it indicates that stratospheric ozone is being destroyed by a group of manufactured chemicals, which contain chlorine or bromine. These harmful chemicals are called ozone-depleting substances or ODS. The chlorine and bromine destroy the layer at an alarming rate, by stripping an atom from the ozone molecule. A single molecule of this harmful chemical, chlorine can break apart thousands of molecules in the ozone layer. In order to save our earth, we should take measures in reducing the substances which have been given below. If we take the first step in reducing or cutting down in these substances, we will surely save our earth before time. Lets take a look at some of the substances which harm the ozone layer and help stop the use of these substances gradually on World Ozone day.

Deodorants Our favourite deodorants contain a gas called aerosols which is harmful to the ozone layer. When you inhale a large amount of these chemicals from deodorant aerosols, it is proved to be fatal. Therefore, try to use deodorants which do not consist of this harmful chemical.

Fire Extinguishers The most important object which can save you during a fire outbreak is that of a fire extinguisher. However, experts say that water or sand is the best way to put out a fire as these extinguishers contain Halon, a chemical which is harmful to the ozone layer.

Adhesives When your shoe rips out, the most basic thing you turn to is an instant adhesive which will help stick your shoe together. But, did you know that these adhesives are harmful to the ozone layer in multiple ways. Adhesives contain Methyl Chloroform which is not good for the earth's blanket.

Air conditioners In every second home, you will find an air conditioner which aids in providing cool air during the summer season. But, this very same cooler is not good for the ozone layer as it consists of Chlorofluorocarbons which damage the ozone layer gradually.

Refrigerators Home products like our refrigerator too consists of Chlorofluorocarbons which is harmful and can damage to the ozone layer. In order to protect our Mother Earth, do not make a refrigerator a necessity in your home. You can consume food on the same day and avoid storing it in the fridge.

Cleaning agents To keep our homes clean and shining always, one of the things we turn to is cleaning agents from the market. Switch to natural ways to clean your home and make it sparkle.

Vehicles The smoke which is emitted from thousands of vehicles plying on the street in every second of the day is one of the main substances which deplete the ozone layer. You can switch to electrical/ battery operated vehicles to save our earth.

Combustions When you gather a set of dry leaves and all ready to see the beautiful flame which comes out after you have lit it, you will also get to see the thick smoke rising. This thick smoke forms a blanket in the ozone layer which causes huge amounts of damage. To save our earth, we should use other forms of combustion, like smoldering.

Pesticides We are sure that the only way to get rid of those pests in our garden is by using pesticides which contain Methyl bromide. This substance is harmful to the ozone layer as it tears down the layer into a million pieces with just one spray. So, it is best for you to go in for natural ways to keep pesticides away from your garden.

Laboratories The chemical called Carbon tetrachloride which is a limited solvent used in laboratories and chemical and pharmaceutical industry, is harmful to the ozone layer. The chemical makes the layer thinner which therefore will not save our earth.