The ozone layer sits near the top of Earth's atmosphere and protects us from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. But ozone is dangerous when it's closer to ground level. Which of the following describes ozone?

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. Ozone has the same chemical structure whether it is found in the stratosphere or troposphere. The general concepts found in this section include the following:

Ozone is a form of oxygen. The molecule contains three oxygen atoms (.)

Ozone is unstable and will readily combine with other atoms.

Ozone is found in the stratosphere, where it blocks the sun's ultraviolet (UV) waves and prevents them from reaching the earth's surface.

Ozone is also found in the troposphere, where it can damage living tissue and human-produced objects. It is generated both from certain types of pollution and natural sources.