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The ozone layer absorbs

1. Infrared radiations
2. Ultraviolet radiations
3. X-rays
4. b3-rays

Correct answer: Ultraviolet radiations

Solution

The ozone layer in the stratosphere strongly absorbs ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the Sun. This prevents most of the harmful UV rays from reaching the Earth's surface.

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