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why there is no formation of ozone in the mezosphere of the atmosphere?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    The Stratosphere and Ozone Layer

    Above the troposphere is the stratosphere, where air flow is mostly horizontal. The thin ozone layer in the upper stratosphere has a high concentration of ozone, a particularly reactive form of oxygen. This layer is primarily responsible for absorbing the ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. The formation of this layer is a delicate matter, since only when oxygen is produced in the atmosphere can an ozone layer form and prevent an intense flux of ultraviolet radiation from reaching the surface, where it is quite hazardous to the evolution of life. There is considerable recent concern that manmade flourocarbon compounds may be depleting the ozone layer, with dire future consequences for life on the Earth.

    The Mesosphere and Ionosphere

    Above the stratosphere is the mesosphere and above that is the ionosphere (or thermosphere), where many atoms are ionized (have gained or lost electrons so they have a net electrical charge). The ionosphere is very thin, but it is where aurora take place, and is also responsible for absorbing the most energetic photons from the Sun, and for reflecting radio waves, thereby making long-distance radio communication possible.

    The Ozone is in the stratosphere instead of the mesosphere because of the level of pressure as well.

    Source(s): http://csep10.phys.utk.edu/astr161/lect/earth/atmo... illustration of the Earth's atmosphere also if you want to read further on this matter. I hope this helps
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