Ozone Layer Definition

noun
The atmospheric layer within the stratosphere, extending from a height of c. 15 to c. 30 km (c. 9 to c. 18 mi) and having a heavy concentration of ozone: it absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun and serves to maintain the temperature of the atmosphere.
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Noun

Singular:
ozone layer
Plural:
ozone layers

Ozone Layer Sentence Examples

  • Destruction of the ozone layer results in an increase in the amount of harmful ultraviolet radiation reaching the Earth's surface.

  • Maybe if Team Rocket got enough together they could destroy the ozone layer and finally do something evil.

  • In addition, sulfate aerosols have been linked to ozone layer depletion.

  • Unfortunately, burning these fuels creates substantial environmental pollution that damages the ozone layer.

  • The goal is to protect the ozone layer by taking precautionary measures to control global emissions of substances.

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Words Starting With

OOZOZO

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RERYER

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11 Letter Words11 Letter Words Starting With O11 Letter Words Ending With R