Temperature increases with altitude through most of the stratosphere because _____________ .
A)sunlight is more intense in the stratosphere
B)of the interaction between ozone and the sun's UV radiation
C)jet stream winds produce frictional heat
D)greenhouse gases in the stratosphere warm the air

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The interaction between ozone and the sun's UV radiation causes a temperature increase in the stratosphere. Ozone absorbs the UV radiation, which results in warming of the surrounding air.

Temperature Increases with Altitude Through Most of the Stratosphere Because