The Earth’s Shield: The Ozone Layer and its Role in Protecting Us Against UV Radiation
High above the Earth’s surface, an invisible shield safeguards life as we know it. This protective barrier is the ozone layer, a part of the Earth’s atmosphere rich in ozone (O3) molecules. Among its crucial roles, the most significant is its function as a filter for the Sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. In this article, […]