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

Responses

It prevents the air from getting thinner.
It prevents the air from getting thinner.

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

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

It protects the surface from extreme weather.

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.