wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Which two forms of oxygen are found in the atmosphere and why it is essential?

[3 Marks]
[Oxygen Cycle]

Open in App
Solution

Solution:
  • Elemental oxygen is normally found in the form of a diatomic molecule. However, in the upper regions of the atmosphere, a molecule containing three atoms of oxygen is found, which is called ozone. [ 1 Mark]
  • The presence of oxygen in the air (atmosphere) is essential for the following:
  1. The life processes such as respiration, in all living organisms.
  2. Combustion of fuels.

[ 1 Mark]

  • The presence of ozone in the air (atmosphere) is essential for the following:
  1. Ozone is a gas in the atmosphere that guards all living things on Earth from the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.

[1 Mark]


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Processes involved in the oxygen cycle
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon