The source of warming in the upper stratosphere is ________.
A) energy emitted from the breakdown of ozone
B) thermal infrared energy absorbed from the Sun
C) heat released from water vapor
D) increasing amounts of carbon dioxide
E) not yet understood by science

Question

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Energy emitted from the breakdown of ozone is the source of warming in the upper stratosphere. This is due to the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by ozone, leading to the breakdown of ozone molecules and the release of energy as heat.

The Source of Warming in the Upper Stratosphere Is ________