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What is ozone and how does it affect any ecosystem?

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Ozone (O3) is a molecule, made up of the three atoms of oxygen.
Ozone (O3) forms a layer in the upper atmosphere, it is very essential for the life on this planet. It shields the surface of the earth from ultra-violet (UV) coming from sun as these radiations are very harmful causing skin cancer and cataract in humans. It also does harm to the corps.

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