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Ozone layer in the outer atmosphere helps us in

A. Reflecting radio waves and makes radio communication possible

B. Regulating the temperature of atmosphere

C. Absorbing cosmic ray particles

D. Absorbing UV radiations

Answer: Option D

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The ozone layer is a layer in Earth’s atmosphere containing relatively high concentrations of ozone (O3) which absorbs 97–99% of the Sun’s medium-frequency ultraviolet light.

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