オゾン層
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Meanings
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ozone layer
Refers to the layer of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere that absorbs most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation.
The destruction of the ozone layer is a problem.
Usage patterns
- オゾン層が破壊されるthe ozone layer is destroyed/depleted
The ozone layer is being depleted by CFC gases.
- オゾン層を守るto protect the ozone layer
The countries signed an agreement to protect the ozone layer.
- オゾン層に穴が開くa hole opens up in the ozone layer
A large hole has opened in the ozone layer over Antarctica.