How does ozone depletion of the ozone layer affect the amount of UV rays pass through it?

Answer 1

The ozone layer is a layer in Earth's atmosphere which contains relatively high concentrations of ozone (O3). This layer absorbs 97-99% of the Sun's high frequency ultraviolet light, which is potentially damaging to life on Earth.[1] It is mainly located in the lower portion of the stratosphere from approximately 13 km to 40 km above Earth, though the thickness varies seasonally and geographically.[2] The ozone layer was discovered in 1913 by the French physicists Charles Fabry and Henri Buisson. Its properties were explored in detail by the British meteorologist G. M. B. Dobson, who developed a simple spectrophotometer (the Dobsonmeter) that could be used to measure stratospheric ozone from the ground. Between 1928 and 1958 Dobson established a worldwide network of ozone monitoring stations which continues to operate today. The "Dobson unit", a convenient measure of the columnar density of ozone overhead, is named in his honour.

Answer 2

Ozone depletion allows more UV rays to pass through the ozone layer and reach the Earth's surface, leading to increased health risks such as skin cancer, cataracts, and weakened immune systems in humans. This can also have harmful effects on aquatic life, plants, and ecosystems.

Answer 3

The ozone depletion is proportional to the Uv entering. The more depletion, the more Uv will enter. This will cause huge damage to life.

Answer 4

Ozone depletion allows the UV rays to pass through. It causes damage to atmosphere.

Answer 5

The ozone decomposes on UV light radiation. These UV radiations can cause ozone to decompose thus get absorbed.

Answer 6

More UV-B passes through it.