why is ozone layer important

Question: why is ozone layer important
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Asked by bank22dee on 16 Jul 2025.
- Justa Mwangi answered on 16 Jul 2025:
  
  The ozone layer is crucial for life on Earth as it absorbs most of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly UVB. This protection is vital because excessive UV radiation can cause skin cancer, cataracts, and damage to plants and marine ecosystems. The ozone layer, located in the stratosphere, acts as a shield, preventing this radiation from reaching the Earth’s surface.
- Brayan Odeka answered on 21 Jul 2025:
  
  What if I tell you that Ozone layer is as to humans, as egg shell is to the yolk?
  The ozone layer is a thin layer of gas high up in the atmosphere that protects us from the Sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.
  
  Here’s why it’s important:
  
  -Prevents skin cancer by blocking dangerous UV radiation
  
  -Protects eyes from cataracts caused by too much UV light
  
  – Keeps plants and crops safe, so food can grow
  
  -Protects ocean life, especially tiny plankton at the bottom of the food chain
  
  Without the ozone layer, life on Earth would be in serious danger. That’s why we must protect it!

Question: why is ozone layer important