The largest hole in the ozone layer occurs in the stratospheric layer over
A) the Amazon rainforests.
B) the eastern coast of the United States.
C) the western coast of the United States.
D) Africa and South America.
E) Antarctica.

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The largest hole in the ozone layer occurs over Antarctica due to the extreme cold temperatures and the presence of chlorine and bromine compounds that break down ozone molecules.

The Largest Hole in the Ozone Layer Occurs in the Stratospheric