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Q. Ultraviolet radiation in the stratosphere is absorbed by

  • (A) Argon
  • (B) Oxygen
  • (C) Ozone
  • (D) SO2
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Admin

The ozone layer in the stratosphere absorbs most of the harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, protecting life on Earth.

  • Oxygen does absorb some UV, but ozone is the main absorber in the stratosphere.

So, UV radiation is absorbed by ozone — option (C).

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