If the Temperature of the Troposphere Decreases with Increasing Altitude

question 23

Multiple Choice

If the temperature of the troposphere decreases with increasing altitude by about 6°C for every kilometer, then the temperature at the outermost edge of this layer is approximately __________ lower than at the Earth's surface.

• A) 0°C
• B) 6°C
• C) 60°C
• D) 360°C
• E) 600°C

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Definitions:

Major Organic Product

The primary product formed in greater quantity in an organic chemical reaction, in contrast to minor products.

Major Organic Product

The principal compound formed in the highest quantity in a chemical reaction, considering the reactants and conditions.

Major Organic Product

The primary product formed in the highest yield during an organic chemical reaction.

Aldol Product

The compound resulting from an aldol reaction, which involves the coupling of an aldehyde or ketone with a carbon nucleophile followed by dehydration to give a β-hydroxyaldehyde or β-hydroxyketone.