In which layer does temperature increase mainly due to absorption of high-energy solar radiation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Thermosphere
The governing concept is radiative heating in the upper atmosphere. In the thermosphere, sparse gases absorb high-energy ultraviolet and X-ray radiation from the Sun, increasing the kinetic energy of particles and producing very high temperatures. Thus option C is correct. The troposphere is mainly heated from below, the mesosphere generally cools with height, and the stratosphere is heated chiefly through ozone absorption.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Thermosphere
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is radiative heating in the upper atmosphere. In the thermosphere, sparse gases absorb high-energy ultraviolet and X-ray radiation from the Sun, increasing the kinetic energy of particles and producing very high temperatures. Thus option C is correct. The troposphere is mainly heated from below, the mesosphere generally cools with height, and the stratosphere is heated chiefly through ozone absorption.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Theory Base of Accounting.
