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Multiple Choice
Where is the ozone layer located in Earth's atmosphere?
A
In the mesosphere
B
In the troposphere
C
In the stratosphere
D
In the exosphere
Verified step by step guidance
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Understand the structure of Earth's atmosphere, which is divided into layers: troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere, in ascending order from Earth's surface.
Learn the function of the ozone layer, which is responsible for absorbing and blocking harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the Sun.
Recognize that the ozone layer is located within the stratosphere, which is the second layer of Earth's atmosphere, situated above the troposphere and below the mesosphere.
Note that the stratosphere extends approximately 10 to 50 kilometers above Earth's surface, and the ozone layer is concentrated between 15 to 35 kilometers within this layer.
Understand that the other layers mentioned in the problem (troposphere, mesosphere, and exosphere) do not contain the ozone layer, as their functions and compositions differ significantly from the stratosphere.