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What is Ozone ? How does it protect the organisms on the earth ?

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Ozone is a triatomic molecule of oxygen `(O_(3))`. It forms a protective blanket over the earth.s atmosphere and its depletion causes harmful effects on human. It absorbs the UV-radiation coming from the sun.
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