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The Role of Volcanic Eruptions in Ozone Depletion
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What is the primary gas emitted during volcanic eruptions that contributes to ozone depletion?
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Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
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Volcanic eruptions release large amounts of sulfur dioxide (SO2) into the atmosphere. SO2 reacts with other atmospheric gases to form sulfate aerosols, which can deplete ozone.