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Stratosphere is the atmospheric layer that absorbs most of __________ that Earth receives from the Sun.

Correct answer: B. Ultraviolet radiation

  • A. Infrared radiation
  • B. Ultraviolet radiation
  • C. Ozone layer
  • D. Radio waves

Explanation

The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which absorbs most incoming ultraviolet radiation, especially harmful UV-B and UV-C. Infrared radiation is not the main radiation absorbed by this layer.

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