UV Levels Under the Antarctic Hole in the Ozone Layer

question 147

Multiple Choice

UV levels under the Antarctic hole in the ozone layer were high enough to cause sunburn within how many minutes?

• A) 7
• B) 15
• C) 20
• D) 30

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