Importance of Ozone Layer and Rising Concerns

The ozone layer, a thin gas located 15-35 kilometers above the Earth's surface, plays a vital role in protecting life on Earth from harmful radiation. However, the measurements taken by the British Antarctic Survey in the 1950s showed a concerning trend of decreasing ozone levels, especially during the Southern Hemisphere Spring. Jonathan Shanklin's analysis revealed that the October ozone levels had dropped by approximately 50% in less than 10 years, indicating a systemic change. These findings raised alarm and led to increased awareness and concern about the ozone hole.