Question

Ozone blanket is present in which of the following main layers of the atmosphere?

• A. Mesosphere
• B. Troposphere
• C. Stratosphere
• D. Thermosphere

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Stratosphere

The correct option is C

Explanation for correct answer:

1. The ozone blanket is found mainly in the lower portion of the stratosphere.
2. The ozone layer confers us protection from harmful UV rays.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Option A:

1. The mesosphere is a layer in the atmosphere where most of the meteors or space rocks and metal burn before they can crash to the ground.

Option B:

1. The troposphere does not contain ozone and is the lowest layer of the earth's atmosphere.

Option D:

1. The thermosphere absorbs the sun's radiation, which is making this layer very hot.

Final answer: Ozone blanket is present in the stratosphere.