SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 45

SSC MTS - 12 Feb 2026 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q45

All the weather phenomena like rainfall, fog and hailstorm occur in _____.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Correct Answer:

Option 4: Troposphere

Explanation:

All weather phenomena such as rainfall, fog, clouds, hailstorms, and storms occur in the troposphere. It is the lowest layer of the atmosphere, extending from about 8 km at the poles to 18 km at the equator. This layer contains the highest density of air and most of the water vapor, which is essential for weather processes. Temperature decreases with altitude, leading to convection currents and weather changes. Hence, it is the most important layer for life on Earth. This is a frequently asked concept in geography.

Additional Facts:

Option 1: Exosphere is the outermost layer with no weather phenomena.

Option 2: Stratosphere contains the ozone layer, not weather activity.

Option 3: Mesosphere is where meteors burn, not weather formation.

Probable Exam Questions:

Q: Which is the lowest layer of the atmosphere?

A: Troposphere

Q: In which layer is the ozone layer found?

A: Stratosphere

Q: Which is the outermost layer of the atmosphere?

A: Exosphere

Q: Where do weather phenomena occur?

A: Troposphere