Chapter 21, Problem 13QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The absorption of solar radiation in the stratosphere by ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$

and ${\text{O}}_{\text{3}}$ is to be explained.

Concept introduction:

Stratosphere is the second lowest layer of Earth’s atmosphere and mainly contains

ozone, oxygen, and nitrogen.

Ozone is an allotrope of oxygen and is formed naturally in the ozone layer.