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Question

'Ozone layer' absorbing ultra violet radiation exists in which of the atmospheric layer?

  1. Troposphere
  2. Mesosphere
  3. Stratosphere
  4. Thermosphere

Answer:

Option C: Stratosphere

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Stratosphere”.

The ozone layer, which absorbs the majority of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, is located in the stratosphere.