Good atmospheric ozone, also known as stratospheric ozone, is found in the stratosphere, around 10-50 kilometers above the Earth's surface. It forms a protective layer that blocks most of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from reaching the surface, thus shielding living organisms from potential harm. Bad atmospheric ozone, on the other hand, refers to ozone found in the troposphere, the lowest layer of the atmosphere. It is a byproduct of air pollution, primarily caused by human activities such as industrial emissions and vehicle exhaust. High levels of tropospheric ozone can lead to respiratory problems, smog formation, and damage to crops and ecosystems.
