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Elements of Groups 16, 17 and 18 — Chemistry STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceChemistryElements of Groups 16, 17 and 182 Marks
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How does ozone protect the people of the earth?
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Answer

Ozone layer in the upper atmosphere absorbs the harmful high energetic UV radiations of the Sun and protects the earth. The ultraviolet radiations damage plant and animal life on earth.

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