Too much ozone in the lower atmosphere is harmful to organisms and ecosystems because it
A) is an oxidant and a greenhouse gas.
B) is a greenhouse gas and causes acid precipitation.
C) it is an oxidant and causes acid precipitation.
D) it is an oxidant, a greenhouse gas, and causes acid precipitation.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ozone in the lower atmosphere acts as an oxidant, which can harm living tissues, and it is also a greenhouse gas, contributing to climate change. It does not cause acid precipitation.

Too Much Ozone in the Lower Atmosphere Is Harmful to Organisms