Vertical mixing and turbulence are most characteristic of the ________.
A) troposphere
B) exosphere
C) thermosphere
D) mesosphere
E) stratosphere

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The troposphere is the layer of the atmosphere closest to the Earth's surface where weather occurs. This layer is characterized by vertical mixing and turbulence due to temperature changes, atmospheric pressure changes, and the movement of air masses. The other layers of the atmosphere (stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere) are more stable and do not exhibit as much vertical mixing and turbulence.

Vertical Mixing and Turbulence Are Most Characteristic of the ________