Ozone Layer Quiz: Filter of UV Rays
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Where does the ozone layer exist?

  • In the thermosphere
  • In the mesosphere
  • High in the stratosphere (correct)
  • In the troposphere

What is the maximum concentration of ozone allowed by the EPA for outdoor activities?

  • 0.10 parts per million (ppm)
  • 0.05 parts per million (ppm)
  • 0.08 parts per million (ppm) (correct)
  • 0.12 parts per million (ppm)

What is smog caused by?

  • Ozone in the mesosphere
  • Ozone gas created and dispersed near a factory (correct)
  • Ozone in the troposphere
  • Ozone in the stratosphere

Who are more susceptible to ozone pollution?

<p>People with respiratory conditions, older adults, babies, children, and people who exercise or work outside (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do astronomers need satellites to get accurate UV data?

<p>Because the ozone layer blocks UV radiations on earth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checking the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI)?

<p>To assess ozone levels and other environmental pollutants before going outside (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of high concentrations of ozone pollution?

<p>Inflammation of lung tissue and chest pain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do astronomers study young stars?

<p>To learn about the creation and location of galaxies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the phrase used by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to describe ozone?

<p>Good up high, bad nearby (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what level can ozone pollution make outdoor activities difficult and harmful?

<p>At high concentrations of ozone pollution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern with ozone in the troposphere?

<p>It can harm human health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of smog?

<p>Ozone gas created near a factory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do astronomers use satellites to study UV data?

<p>To get accurate readings beyond the ozone layer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of high concentrations of ground-level ozone?

<p>Shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people with respiratory conditions need to be cautious of ozone pollution?

<p>High concentrations of ozone can cause symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

<p>To filter UV radiations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do satellites help astronomers study in space?

<p>Young stars and their UV rays (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI) help with?

<p>Checking ozone levels and other environmental pollutants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are older adults and children more susceptible to ozone pollution?

<p>Because they are often exposed to ozone pollution when exercising or working outdoors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between ozone in the stratosphere and UV data?

<p>Ozone in the stratosphere filters UV radiations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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