Question

Which of the following is correct about ozone layer?

• A. It protects the Earth from the ultraviolet radiation from the Sun
• B. Ozone layer doesn't have any role of protecting the Earth
• C. Day by day ozone layer is becoming strong
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A It protects the Earth from the ultraviolet radiation from the Sun

Ozone is a simple chemical compound that contains only oxygen atoms, and its effects depend on where in the atmosphere it occurs. In the upper stratosphere, it forms a protective shield against solar ultraviolet radiation, but near the ground, it's a pollutant that can cause respiratory ailments in humans and animals. The creation and destruction of stratospheric ozone depend primarily on natural processes, but near the ground, industrial processes are mostly responsible for its creation.