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Over 95% of incoming UV-B radiation is absorbed in the stratosphere. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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Ozone is formed when _______.

A
two oxygen molecules combine
B
an individual oxygen atom combines with an oxygen molecule
C
ultraviolet radiation breaks apart four oxygen molecules
D
oxygen molecules are broken into separate atoms
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The ozone layer helps to sustain terrestrial life by __________.

A
absorbing incoming UV radiation
B
keeping levels of ozone in the troposphere low
C
maintaining the Earth's temperature structure
D
all of the above
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How does the ozone layer affect life on Earth?

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causes respiratory illness
B
increases photosynthesis in plants
C
causes damage to living tissue
D
filters out harmful ultraviolet radiation
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Depletion to the ozone layer can cause changes to the biogeochemical cycles.

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How does the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer help sustain life?

A
This process helps maintain the temperature of the Earth.
B
It keeps a low level of harmful ultraviolet radiation from reaching living organisms.
C
This process keeps ozone concentrations in the troposphere at lower levels.
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All of the above are true.
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How are individual atoms of oxygen formed in the stratosphere?

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Individual oxygen atoms are formed when oxygen molecules collide with each other.
B
Individual oxygen atoms are formed in the sun.
C
Individual oxygen atoms are formed during photosynthesis.
D
Individual oxygen atoms are formed when UV rays strike oxygen molecules.
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Which of the following is a health risk associated with ground-level ozone?

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cataracts
B
skin cancer
C
respiratory illness
D
all of the above
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Which of the following is a possible consequence of ozone layer depletion on living organisms?

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increased exposure to ground-level ozone
B
decreased levels of ultraviolet radiation in the troposphere
C
increased levels of ultraviolet radiation absorption in the stratosphere
D
none of the above
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How is good (stratospheric) ozone formed?

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combining an oxygen molecule (O2) an atom of chlorine (Cl)
B
combining a single oxygen atom (O) with an oxygen molecule (O2)
C
combining two single oxygen atoms
D
breaking apart an oxygen molecule
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Why are small quantities of chlorofluorocarbons so harmful to the ozone layer?

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The chlorofluorocarbons act like ultraviolet radiation causing large amount of ozone to be produced.
B
The chlorine from the chlorofluorocarbons reacts with free molecules of oxygen causing a stop in ozone production.
C
Free oxygen atoms can replace the chlorine in chlorine monoxide, releasing a free atom of chlorine which can then recombine with an oxygen atom in ozone, destroying more ozone.
D
Chlorofluorocarbons absorb ultraviolet radiation, preventing the formation of ozone.
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When is ozone considered a pollutant?

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in the stratosphere
B
in the mesosphere
C
in the troposphere
D
in the thermosphere
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Halons contain halogens, which are highly reactive with oxygen.

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The troposphere contains 90% of the ozone in the atmosphere.

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