Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 6, Humans in the Biosphere - 6.4 - Meeting Ecological Challenges - 6.4 Assessment - Page 179: 2a

Answer

Ozone is a molecule comprising of three oxygen atoms. It forms a layer above atmosphere and protects the Earth from harmful radiations.

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Ozone is a molecule comprising of three oxygen atoms. It forms a layer above atmosphere and protects the Earth from harmful radiations. Without the ozone layers, this radiation can hit animals and humans and can cause widespread disease and/or death.
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