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Why does the temperature increase in the Stratosphere?
ADue to high pressure
BDue to the absorption of UV rays by ozone
CDue to proximity to the sun
DDue to greenhouse gases
✓ Correct Answer: B — Due to the absorption of UV rays by ozone
Ozone in the stratosphere absorbs UV radiation, which converts the energy into heat, raising the temperature.
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