Life as we know it doesn't thrive on planets without ozone layers, which is why the recovery of Earth's ozone layer is so important. A new instrument slated for launch to the ISS will monitor our planet's protective ozone cocoon with greater depth and precision than ever before.
FULL STORY: http://science.nasa.gov/science-news/science-at-nasa/2013/29mar_sage3/
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