Which Atmospheric Layer Is Directly Above the Tropopause

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which atmospheric layer is directly above the tropopause?

• A) exosphere
• B) mesosphere
• C) troposphere
• D) stratosphere
• E) thermosphere

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Definitions:

Prep Reaction

A phase in cellular respiration, often referring to the preparation steps that convert pyruvate for entry into the Krebs cycle.

Glycolysis

Anaerobic breakdown of glucose that results in a gain of two ATP and the production of pyruvate; occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.

Electron Transport Chain

A sequence of electron carrier molecules that transfer electrons and release energy used to make ATP, found in the inner mitochondrial membrane.

Citric Acid Cycle

A series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetate derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into carbon dioxide.