Question: The main function of ozone layer is:
I. Heating the stratosphere II. Maintaining the temperature of atmosphere III. Absorbing the ultraviolet solar radiation
Options:
A) I & II
B) Only II
C) Only III
D) All the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
- The main function of the ozone gas found in the ozonosphere is to absorb the ultraviolet solar radiation. Ozone absorbs the ultraviolet solar radiation and through this process, the most harmful ultraviolet radiation is effectively filtered, thus safeguarding life at earth.
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