Activities That Endanger the Atmosphere
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Burning of fossil fuels
Cars, factories, and power plants release harmful gases like carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide. -
Deforestation
Cutting down trees reduces the amount of oxygen and increases carbon dioxide in the air. -
Use of harmful chemicals
Spraying pesticides and using aerosols release chemicals that damage the ozone layer. -
Industrial emissions
Factories release smoke and gases that pollute the air and contribute to global warming. -
Waste burning
Burning garbage releases toxic gases and particles into the atmosphere. -
Mining activities
Mining operations release dust and harmful gases that pollute the air.