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Geography GK · Q31

Atmosphere

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 31

Q31

What is the name of the layer above Earth's surface which is located at the height of 8km from poles and 16km from the equator?

A.
Mesosphere
B.
Atmosphere
C.
Troposphere
Answer
D.
Stratosphere

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The upper boundary of the layer, known as the tropopause, ranges in height from 5 miles (8 km) near the poles up to 11 miles (18 km) above the equator.