Atmospheric science: The Earth’s ozone layer primarily restricts which component of solar radiation from reaching the lower atmosphere and surface? Identify the radiation band absorbed by stratospheric ozone. Choose the correct option.
General Knowledge
Basic General Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Ultraviolet radiation (especially UV-B and UV-C)
Explanation
What is being asked?The part of the Sun's spectrum filtered by the ozone layer.
Given data
- Layer: Stratospheric ozone (O3)
Concept/ApproachOzone strongly absorbs UV-C and a significant fraction of UV-B, protecting living organisms; it transmits most visible light and much infrared.
Final AnswerUltraviolet radiation (especially UV-B and UV-C)