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प्रश्न
The harmful radiations absorbed by the ozone layer are ______.
विकल्प
X-rays
visible light
Ultraviolet (UV) rays
gamma rays
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उत्तर
The harmful radiations absorbed by the ozone layer are Ultraviolet (UV) rays.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Which radiations are absorbed by ozone layer?
Explain how, harmful ultraviolet radiations of sunlight are prevented from reaching the earth's surface.
Why is ozone layer called ozone umbrella/shield?
Match the items in column I with the closely related ones in column II.
| Column l | Column lI | ||
| (i) | Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) | (a) | Global warming |
| (ii) | Fly ash | (b) | Biodegradable |
| (iii) | Cow dung | (c) | Nuclear radiation pollutant |
| (iv) | CO2 and methane | (d) | Acid rain |
| (v) | Sulphur dioxide | (e) | Industrial waste |
| (vi) | Iodine-131 | (f) | Ozone depletion |
Describe the methods of saving the ozone layer.
Discuss in detail the process of ozone depletion.
Ozone is abundant in this layer. Ozone heats this layer as it absorbs from incoming ultraviolet radiation from the sun:
State the role of chlorofluorocarbons in ozone destruction or depletion [no equations required].
Very short answer type question
Where was the ozone hole discovered?
The substance which is chiefly responsible for the depletion of ozone layer is ______.
