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      Question

      Which of the following statements about the atmosphere

      is correct? 1. Troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere. 2. Ionosphere lies above the mesosphere.
      A Statement 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Statement 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      β€’ Statement 1 is Correct: The Troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere. It contains roughly 75-80% of the atmosphere's mass and almost all water vapor. All weather phenomena (clouds, rain, etc.) occur here. β€’ Statement 2 is Correct: The Ionosphere is a part of the upper atmosphere (specifically within the Thermosphere) that lies above the mesosphere. It is characterized by high concentrations of ions and free electrons and facilitates long-distance radio communication.

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