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What effects does ionizing radiation have on the atmosphere? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
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It forms ozone in the stratosphere.
It forms ozone in the stratosphere.
It ionizes atoms and molecules in the thermosphere.
It ionizes atoms and molecules in the thermosphere.
It is the chief cause of warming in the troposphere.
It is the chief cause of warming in the troposphere.
It helps atoms to escape Earth's gravity in the exosphere.
It helps atoms to escape Earth's gravity in the exosphere.
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The two correct answers regarding the effects of ionizing radiation on the atmosphere are:
1. **It forms ozone in the stratosphere.**
2. **It ionizes atoms and molecules in the thermosphere.**
Ionizing radiation does contribute to the formation of ozone and can ionize particles in the upper atmosphere. The other options are less accurate in describing the direct effects of ionizing radiation on the atmosphere.
1. **It forms ozone in the stratosphere.**
2. **It ionizes atoms and molecules in the thermosphere.**
Ionizing radiation does contribute to the formation of ozone and can ionize particles in the upper atmosphere. The other options are less accurate in describing the direct effects of ionizing radiation on the atmosphere.