The Montreal Protocol ________________
A)developed the international treaty for eliminating sulfur emissions from nuclear power plants
B)is an example of a failed attempt to reduce international air pollution
C)developed the framework for reduction of carbon dioxide in the United States and Canada
D)resulted in significant reduction in the production of CFCs by signatory nations
E)addressed transnational movement of acid -forming pollutants

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The Montreal Protocol is an international treaty that was designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of ozone-depleting substances, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). It resulted in a significant reduction in the production of CFCs by signatory nations.