Concept:The first ozone hole was discovered over Antarctica in the 1980s due to the depletion of the ozone layer by chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).Explanation:Ozone in the stratosphere protects Earth from harmful UV radiation. In the 1980s, scientists in Antarctica reported a severe thinning of the ozone layer, creating a hole. This depletion was caused by CFCs released from refrigerants, air conditioners, and other products. The ozone hole was first noticed over the South Pole region, which lies within Antarctica. Hence, the correct location is Antarctica.
