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Assertion : An equilibrium is established is istablished between generation and destruction of ozone, leading to a steady state concentration of ozone layer in the stratosphere at an altitude of 20-30 km above sea level.
Reason : The thickness of the ozone layer is generally larger above the equator and smaller above the poles.

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