AP Environmental Scienceeasymcq1 pt
The protective ozone layer sits in the
A.stratosphere
B.troposphere
C.mesosphere
D.exosphere
Explanation
Core Concept
Stratospheric ozone absorbs UVB radiation. Ground-level ozone, by contrast, is a pollutant — altitude changes everything.
Correct Answer
Astratosphere
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