United States Environmental Protection Agency's stratospheric ozone research program

Technical Report · Fri Jun 16 04:00:00 EDT 1989

OSTI ID:5287479

Worrest, R C

A major consequence of decreasing the ozone layer is an increase in the transmission of UV-B radiation (290-320nm) to the surface of the earth. Researchers have identified many potentially serious effects of increased exposure to UV-B radiation on the environment and human health. They include: effects on agricultural crops, trees, and marine organisms, and damage to the human immune system, eyes (cataracts), and skin (cancer). Depletion of the ozone layer also contributes to materials damage and affects ground-level air quality. To assess the consequences of depletion of the ozone layer scientists and policy makers need information on the nature and magnitude of effects resulting from exposure to UV-B radiation. The information is critical to establishing responsible regulations and mitigation options.

• Research Organization: Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC (USA). Office of Research and Development
• OSTI ID: 5287479
• Report Number(s): PB-90-112574/XAB; EPA--600/D-89/129
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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