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Geography GK · Q395

Miscellaneous World Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 395

Q395

Why does temperature increase with increase in height in Stratosphere?

A.
Closeness of the sun
B.
Decrease in atmospheric pressure
C.
Concentration of ozone
Answer
D.
None of these

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Concentration of ozone cause temperature increase with increase in height in Stratosphere. The reason is that the direct heat source for the stratosphere is the Sun. A layer of ozone molecules absorbs solar radiation, which heats the stratosphere.