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

What is the name of the phenomenon where the temperature increases with altitude in the stratosphere?
A. Greenhouse effect
B. Adiabatic cooling
C. Solar radiation absorption
D. Temperature inversion
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The increase in temperature with altitude in the stratosphere is due to the absorption of solar ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer.

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