UPSC Geography Climate / जलवायु Question Bank Climatology

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    Consider the following statements about ozone gas in the atmosphere:
    I. Its maximum concentration is 20 to 25 km above the earth's surface.
    II. It saves us from the intense heat of the sun.

    A)  Statement I is correct

    B)  Statement II is correct

    C)  Both Statement I and Statement II are correct

    D)  Neither I nor II is correct

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    The Ozone gas is found at height of 20 to 50 km above the earth's surface. Ozone gas saves us from the ultra violet rays from the sun. These rays are very harmful and can cause a large number of ailments including skin cancer.


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