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?

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

Why do astronomers need satellites to get accurate UV data?

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

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

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

What is the result of high concentrations of ozone pollution?

Inflammation of lung tissue and chest pain (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why do astronomers study young stars?

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

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

Good up high, bad nearby (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

At high concentrations of ozone pollution (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern with ozone in the troposphere?

It can harm human health (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of smog?

Ozone gas created near a factory (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why do astronomers use satellites to study UV data?

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

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

Shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

To filter UV radiations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do satellites help astronomers study in space?

Young stars and their UV rays (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Checking ozone levels and other environmental pollutants (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Ozone in the stratosphere filters UV radiations (C) Signup and view all the answers