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  1. Stratosphere - Wikipedia

    The stratosphere is a region of intense interactions among radiative, dynamical, and chemical processes, in which the horizontal mixing of gaseous components proceeds much more rapidly than …

  2. Stratosphere | Ozone Layer, Temperature & Winds | Britannica

    Stratosphere, layer of Earth’s atmosphere lying between the troposphere and the mesosphere. The lower portion of the stratosphere is nearly isothermal (a layer of constant temperature), whereas …

  3. The Stratosphere - Center for Science Education

    The stratosphere is a layer of Earth's atmosphere. It is the second layer of the atmosphere as you go upward. The troposphere, the lowest layer, is right below the stratosphere. The next higher layer …

  4. Global Provider Of Quality Assurance - Stratosphere Quality

    Whether you need quality assurance coverage in one or multiple states, look no further than Stratosphere Quality. Our nationwide network of Quality Professional Teams ensures top-notch …

  5. Layers of the Atmosphere - National Oceanic and Atmospheric …

    Aug 20, 2024 · The stratosphere extends from 4 -12 miles (6-20 km) above the Earth's surface to around 31 miles (50 km). This layer holds 19 percent of the atmosphere's gases but very little water …

  6. STRATOSPHERE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The stratosphere (strato- simply means "layer" or "level") lies above the earth's weather and mostly changes very little. It contains the ozone layer, which shields us from the sun's ultraviolet radiation …

  7. Stratosphere | NASA Space Place – NASA Science for Kids

    Sep 25, 2025 · What is the stratosphere? The stratosphere is a layer of Earth’s atmosphere. The stratosphere is located above the troposphere and below the mesosphere.

  8. Stratosphere - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    The stratosphere contains ~9.9% of air mass over the Earth, and ranges from ~10 to ~50 km ASL with ascending temperature up to ~270 K. Due to precipitation in the troposphere, H2 O can scarcely …

  9. The Stratosphere Is Home to Earth's Ozone Layer - HowStuffWorks

    Nov 30, 2023 · The stratosphere is one of Earth's five atmospheric layers that also includes the troposphere, mesosphere, thermosphere and exosphere.

  10. What Is the Stratosphere? - Earth How

    The stratosphere is the second layer of Earth’s atmosphere, located above the troposphere and below the mesosphere. It starts about 12 to 15 km (6 to 9 miles) above Earth’s surface and goes up to …