Which layer of the atmosphere absorbs the harmful rays of the sun?

Ozone layer

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Stratosphere

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Mesosphere

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Troposphere

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Solution

The correct option is A Ozone layer
The ozone layer is a thin part of the Earth's atmosphere that absorbs almost all of the sun's harmful ultraviolet light.
It is mainly found in the lower portion of the stratosphere, from approximately 15 to 35 kilometers above Earth, although its thickness varies seasonally and geographically.

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