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The allotrope of this element is the primary absorber of UV solar radiation in Earth's atmosphere. The element is:

A
carbon
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nitrogen
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C
oxygen
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neon
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argon
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Solution

The correct option is C oxygen
Allotrope of oxygen which is known as ozone, is the primary absorber of UV radiation in arth's atmosphere.

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