Troposphere | Stratosphere |
It is the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere. | It is the second layer from the surface of the Earth. |
It extends up to a height of 8 km at the poles and 18 km at the Equator. | This layer extends up to a height of 50 km from the Earth's surface. |
Temperature decreases with increasing height. | At the lower surface, temperature is constant and with increase in height, temperature also increases. |
Weather phenomena are witnessed hence, the air is turbulent due to thunderstorms and clouds. | There is absence of dust particles and clouds; therefore, the air is calm, thereby, providing smooth passage to aeroplanes. |