The four thermal layers of the atmosphere in order beginning from the surface are: A) troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere. B) stratosphere, troposphere, mesosphere, thermosphere. C) mesosphere, stratosphere, thermosphere, troposphere. D) thermosphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, troposphere.

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The troposphere is the lowest level of the atmosphere that is in contact with the Earth's surface and contains the majority of the Earth's weather. The stratosphere contains the ozone layer that absorbs harmful UV radiation from the sun. The mesosphere is the layer above the stratosphere where meteoroids burn up upon entering the Earth's atmosphere. The thermosphere is the outermost layer and is characterized by its high temperatures and low air density.

The Four thermal Layers of the Atmosphere in Order Beginning