Which of the following is a characteristic of the troposphere? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of the troposphere?
A. No weather phenomena
B. Constant temperature with altitude
C. Increasing temperature with altitude
D. Decreasing temperature with altitude
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The troposphere is characterized by decreasing temperature with altitude (normal lapse rate) due to adiabatic cooling, and it contains most of the weather phenomena.

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