Which of the following is INCORRECT about Stratosphere?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 2 (It is located below the troposphere.)
Explanation:
This statement about the stratosphere is incorrect because the stratosphere is located above the troposphere, not below it. The layers of the atmosphere, from bottom to top, are ordered as follows: troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere.
Additional Facts
Altitude: The stratosphere extends from approximately 10 to 50 km above the Earth's surface.
Ozone Layer: This layer contains a layer of ozone (O_3) gas, which absorbs harmful ultraviolet rays.
Aircraft Flying: There are no clouds or weather disturbances here, making it ideal for flying airplanes.
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam
Which is the lowest layer of the atmosphere?
(Answer: Troposphere)
Which layer is also known as the ozone layer?
(Answer: Stratosphere)
In which layer of the atmosphere do meteorites begin to burn upon entering?
(Answer: Mesosphere)