The layer of the Earth's atmosphere that contains the protective ozone layer is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The layer of the Earth's atmosphere that contains the protective ozone layer is the:
A. Stratosphere
B. Thermosphere
C. Mesosphere
D. Troposphere
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The ozone layer is located in the lower portion of the stratosphere, about 15–35 km above Earth. It absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation. Troposphere is the lowest layer, mesosphere and thermosphere above. Ozone depletion by CFCs led to the Antarctic ozone hole.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a correct statement about the circulation of blood in humans?
A. The left atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body.
B. Pulmonary vein carries deoxygenated blood.
C. Pulmonary artery carries oxygenated blood.
D. The right ventricle pumps blood to the lungs.

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The right ventricle pumps deoxygenated blood through the pulmonary artery to the lungs for oxygenation. The pulmonary artery is the only artery carrying deoxygenated blood. Pulmonary veins carry oxygenated blood from lungs to the left atrium. The left atrium receives oxygenated blood, not deoxygenated. The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body. Thus, C is correct.

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Question #2
The organ that produces clotting factors and albumin is the:
A. Spleen
B. Liver
C. Pancreas
D. Kidney

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The liver synthesizes most plasma proteins, including albumin (osmotic pressure) and clotting factors (I, II, VII, IX, X). The kidneys produce erythropoietin and active vitamin D, pancreas digestive enzymes, spleen filters.

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Question #3
The process by which white blood cells engulf pathogens is called:
A. Phagocytosis
B. Dialysis
C. Exocytosis
D. Pinocytosis

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Phagocytosis ('cell eating') is the process by which cells like macrophages and neutrophils engulf solid particles, including pathogens, by extending pseudopodia to form a phagosome, which fuses with lysosomes for degradation. Pinocytosis is 'cell drinking', uptake of fluid. Exocytosis is secretion. Dialysis is artificial separation. Phagocytosis is a key innate immune defense.

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