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BECE Basic Science 2022 Objective — Question 22

Question 22 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) Basic Science 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The main function of the ozone layer is to

A. absorb harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun.Correct
B. allow cosmic rays to reach the earth surface.
C. increase global warming.
D. produce chlorofluorocarbons in the atmosphere.
E. release oxygen to the atmosphere.

Explanation

The ozone layer absorbs harmful ultraviolet rays.

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