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Q: In which layer of the atmosphere do meteorites burn up when they enter from space?
  • A. Stratosphere
  • B. External Atmosphere
  • C. Mesosphere
  • D. Exosphere
Correct Answer: Option C - Mesosphere: This is the third layer of the atmosphere. It lies above the stratosphere. It extends up to a height of 80 km. Meteorites burn up in this layer on entering from the space. • Most of the material and rock burns up in these layers before reaching Earth, they contain more gases which causes more friction and heat for meteors to burn.
C. Mesosphere: This is the third layer of the atmosphere. It lies above the stratosphere. It extends up to a height of 80 km. Meteorites burn up in this layer on entering from the space. • Most of the material and rock burns up in these layers before reaching Earth, they contain more gases which causes more friction and heat for meteors to burn.

Explanations:

Mesosphere: This is the third layer of the atmosphere. It lies above the stratosphere. It extends up to a height of 80 km. Meteorites burn up in this layer on entering from the space. • Most of the material and rock burns up in these layers before reaching Earth, they contain more gases which causes more friction and heat for meteors to burn.