What is the name of the phenomenon where the temperature in the exosphere increases with altitude? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What is the name of the phenomenon where the temperature in the exosphere increases with altitude?

A. Adiabatic cooling

B. Greenhouse effect

C. Solar radiation absorption

D. Temperature inversion

Answer: Option C

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The increase in temperature with altitude in the exosphere is due to the absorption of solar radiation by the few gas molecules present.

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Correct Answer: Option C

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