Science Common Sense

316 - What is the significance of the ozone layer?

The ozone layer is like a shield that protects the Earth from the sun's bad rays. It sits high up in the atmosphere and absorbs the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which can harm living things.

Imagine you're playing outside on a sunny day. If it weren't for the ozone layer, your skin might get burned easily, and the UV rays could even cause eye problems. It also protects plants and animals from these bad rays.

So, the ozone layer is important for keeping our planet and everything on it healthy and safe.