Where does the ozone layer lie in the atmosphere?

A. Troposphere
B. Stratosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Thermosphere

Explanation

The ozone layer lies in the stratosphere between 15 km and 30 km above the earth and shields us and other living things from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation. It is situated 15 to 40 kilometres away from the surface of the Earth. The ozone layer is the common term for the high concentration of ozone that is found in the stratosphere around 15–30km above the earth’s surface. It covers the entire planet and protects life on earth by absorbing harmful ultraviolet-B (UV-B) radiation from the sun