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Question
State any three characteristics of the stratosphere
Solution
The main characteristics of stratosphere are:
(a) There are no clouds or weather changes so it is safe for air travel.
(b) It extends from the top of troposphere up to 50 km above the surface of earth.
(c) This layer has a band of ozone gas which protects us from sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.
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