Which layer of Earth's atmosphere contains the ozone layer?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about which specific layer of the Earth's atmosphere is home to the ozone layer. The ozone layer is significant for absorbing most of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, and this question requires knowledge about atmospheric science.
Answer
Stratosphere
The final answer is the stratosphere.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is the stratosphere.
More Information
The ozone layer is essential for absorbing the majority of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, protecting life on Earth.
Sources
- Layers of Earth's Atmosphere - UCAR Center for Science Education - scied.ucar.edu
- Basic Ozone Layer Science | US EPA - epa.gov
- Layers of the atmosphere - NIWA - niwa.co.nz
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