What effect is produced by absorption of ultraviolet rays by ozone in the stratosphere?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Temperature increases with height in stratosphere
The governing concept is radiative heating of the stratosphere. Ozone absorbs ultraviolet radiation and converts part of that energy into heat. Because ozone concentration is important in the upper stratosphere, temperature generally increases with altitude there, producing a temperature inversion and stable layering. Thus option B is correct. The other options incorrectly assign rainfall, clouds or the end of the troposphere to this process.
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Temperature increases with height in stratosphere
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is radiative heating of the stratosphere. Ozone absorbs ultraviolet radiation and converts part of that energy into heat. Because ozone concentration is important in the upper stratosphere, temperature generally increases with altitude there, producing a temperature inversion and stable layering. Thus option B is correct. The other options incorrectly assign rainfall, clouds or the end of the troposphere to this process.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Introduction to Accounting. Topic: Accounting Information.
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