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Meaning of OZONOSPHERE

Pronunciation:  ow'zownu`sfeer

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 Definition: [n]  a layer in the stratosphere (at approximately 20 miles) that contains a concentration of ozone sufficient to block most ultraviolet radiation from the sun
 
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 Synonyms: ozone layer
 
 See Also: layer, ozone hole, stratosphere

 

 

 

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