Question

Ozone molecules are constantly formed and destroyed in the atmosphere. A picture (cartoon) showing how ozone molecules are formed is shown below.
A family member of yours who has never studied about this tries to understand the cartoon pictures but is unable to understand it. He knows that there are no such living forms in atmosphere but he is not able to understand names like O, O2
and O3 and also the process explained. How would you explain it to that family member? State in your own words.

Answer 1

The sun have emits harmful radiations called UV(ultraviolet) rays which is harmful for living organisms. To prevent ourselves from getting harm from uv rays, there is a thing present in nature called ozone which is written by O3, this helps to prevent the uv radiation and keeps living being safe.