A camada de ozono
Example: A camada de ozono protege a Terra dos raios ultravioleta.
Definition
"A camada de ozono" is the layer of ozone gas in the Earth's stratosphere that protects the planet from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays by absorbing most of the UV radiation. It plays a crucial role in maintaining life by preventing excessive UV exposure.
Etymology
The term "a camada de ozono" comes from Portuguese, where "camada" means layer and "ozono" refers to ozone, a molecule composed of three oxygen atoms. The word ozone itself originates from the Greek word "ozein," meaning to smell, because of its distinctive sharp smell noticed during electrical discharges. Did you know? The ozone layer was discovered in the early 20th century and has since been vital in environmental science.
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