Compared to 50 years ago,the thinning ozone layer has produced dramatic increases in cases of
A)asthma and color blindness.
B)cataracts and skin cancer.
C)vitamin D deficiency and hearing loss.
D)skin cancer and retinal detachment.

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The thinning of the ozone layer has led to an increase in the amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation reaching the Earth's surface. This has resulted in a higher incidence of skin cancer and cataracts, both of which are linked to UV exposure. The other choices do not have a direct or strong correlation to the thinning of the ozone layer.

Compared to 50 Years Ago,the Thinning Ozone Layer Has Produced