everyday science MCQ #2022

Which gas present in the Earth's atmosphere can absorb solar ultraviolet radiation?

everyday science MCQ #2022

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which gas present in the Earth's atmosphere can absorb solar ultraviolet radiation?

    • A) Oxygen
    • B) Ozone
    • C) Carbon dioxide
    • D) Nitrogen

    Answer: Ozone

    Explanation: The ozone (O₃) layer in the stratosphere absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV-B and UV-C) radiation, protecting life on Earth from DNA damage and skin cancer.