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

What is the name of the phenomenon where the temperature in the exosphere increases with altitude?
A. Adiabatic cooling
B. Temperature inversion
C. Greenhouse effect
D. Solar radiation absorption
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
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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