On the surface this reading is concerned with the UV radiation that bombards the earth, and how ozone depletion would leave us vulnerable to its effects. However, this reading can be used in a broader sense as a means of reinforcing the students understanding of electromagnetic radiation and the electromagnetic spectrum.

Relevant National Science Education Standards

Physical Science — Interactions of energy (specifically UV radiation) and matter are the topic of this reading.

Earth and Space Science — The reading takes a look at the energy of UV radiation which constantly bombards the earth.

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives — the reading takes a look at the health hazards of UV radiation and the global challenge of protecting ourselves from increased UV radiation due reaching the earth's surface due to ozone depletion.

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