Which of the following processes is the main cause of warming in the stratosphere?
A)frictional heating caused by meteorites
B)absorption of ultraviolet radiation by ozone
C)chemical reactions between ozone and chlorofluorocarbons
D)release of latent heat energy during condensation

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The main cause of warming in the stratosphere is the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by ozone. Ozone is formed naturally in the stratosphere, and absorbs incoming UV radiation, converting it into thermal energy which warms the air.

Which of the Following Processes Is the Main Cause of Warming