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A molecule of ozone contains ______ atoms of oxygen.


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Solution

The correct option is C

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High in the atmosphere, some oxygen molecules absorb energy from the Sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays and split to form single oxygen atoms. These atoms combine with remaining oxygen to form ozone molecules, which are very effective in absorbing UV rays.


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