The protective shield created by ozone in the stratosphere prevents about ________ percent of the sun's UV rays from reaching the earth's surface.

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The protective shield created by ozone in the stratosphere prevents about 95 percent of the sun's UV rays from reaching the earth's surface. The ozone layer absorbs most of the harmful ultraviolet radiation that is responsible for environmental problems like skin cancers, cataracts, and other health problems in humans, as well as damage to crops, and disruption of ecosystems.

The Protective Shield Created by Ozone in the Stratosphere Prevents