Why does temperature increase with altitude through the stratosphere?

(If two people answer, the first one to answer the question correctly will get brainliest.)

A. The stratosphere is closest to the sun.

B. All layers of the atmosphere increase in temperature with altitude.

C. The air molecules are closer together in the upper stratosphere.

D. The ozone layer is found in the stratosphere

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Johan Pratt

15 December, 17:21

Why does temperature increase with altitude through the stratosphere?

(If two people answer, the first one to answer the question correctly will get brainliest.)

A. The stratosphere is closest to the sun.

B. All layers of the atmosphere increase in temperature with altitude.

C. The air molecules are closer together in the upper stratosphere.

D. The ozone layer is found in the stratosphere

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Lorelai Hahn · Answer 1

D. The ozone layer is found in the stratosphere

Explanation:

Because warm air rises and cool air sinks, the troposphere is unstable. In the stratosphere, temperature increases with altitude. The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which protects the planet from the Sun's harmful UV radiation.