Question

Our atmosphere is made up of many layers. The layer nearest to the surface of the earth is known as-

• A. Geosphere
• B. Stratosphere
• C. Troposphere
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Troposphere

The correct option is (C):

Explanation of the correct option :

1. The Earth's atmosphere is made up of several layers, each with its own set of characteristics.
2. The troposphere is the layer closest to the ground.
3. The Troposphere is where we people reside. It extends 10 kilometers above the earth's surface.
4. From the Earth's surface, the layers are ordered in ascending order:

• Troposphere
• Stratosphere
• Mesosphere

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. It includes rocks and minerals on earth and parts of soil. It also includes the abiotic and fossilized components of the earth.

Option B:

1. It is the second layer of the atmosphere lying between the troposphere and mesosphere. The ozone layer lies in the stratosphere.

Option D:

1. The option is incorrect as the correct answer is C

Final answer: Hence, our atmosphere is made up of many layers. The layer nearest to the surface of the earth is known as-Troposphere.