Question

what is the role of the ozone?

○ it reflects the suns energy.

○ it retains heat energy given up by water.

○ it protects earths surface from dangerous radiation.

○ it is the source of rain clouds.

Explanation:

Ozone (specifically stratospheric ozone) absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, preventing it from reaching Earth's surface and protecting living organisms from DNA damage, skin cancer, and other harmful effects. The other options describe roles of other atmospheric components: reflecting solar energy is done by aerosols/clouds, retaining heat from water is related to greenhouse gases like water vapor, and rain clouds form from water vapor condensation.

Answer:

C. It protects earth's surface from dangerous radiation.