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In the upper layer of the atmosphere, oz...

In the upper layer of the atmosphere, ozone is formed by the:

A

action of UV rays on oxygen

B

combination of oxygen molecules

C

action of electric discharge of oxygen molecules

D

effect of high pressures on oxygen

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