Which of the following statement about ozone is correct? - Vidyadip

MCQ

Which of the following statement about ozone is correct?

A
It is essential for breathing.
B
It absorbs ultraviolet rays.
C
Its proportion in air is about $3\%.$
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It is mainly responsible for global warming.

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Answer

Correct option: D.

It is mainly responsible for global warming.

Ozone layer in the upper atmosphere prevents ultraviolet radiations of the sun from reaching the earth.

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