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How is ozone formed in the upper atmosph...

How is ozone formed in the upper atmosphere? State its importance. What is responsible for its depletion ? Write one harmful effect of ozone depletion.

A

By action of electric discharge on oxygen molecules

B

By action of ultraviolet rays on oxygen molecules

C

By action of infrared rays on oxygen molecules

D

Due to sudden drop of pressure.

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