Which describes the important role of the ozone layer?(1 point)

Responses

It increases the oxygen level.
It increases the oxygen level.

It absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation.
It absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation.

It protects the surface from extreme weather.
It protects the surface from extreme weather.

It prevents the air from getting thinner.

1 answer

The correct response is: It absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation.

The ozone layer plays a crucial role in protecting life on Earth by absorbing the majority of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.