The atmosphere is heated, for the most part, from ________.
A) above
B) below
C) the stratosphere
D) the thermosphere
E) the exosphere

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The atmosphere is heated from below, through the process of convection. Heat energy from the Earth's surface warms the air closest to it, which then rises and transfers its heat to the surrounding air through convection. This causes the air to become less dense and rise further, creating a cycle of rising warm air and sinking cooler air that helps distribute heat throughout the atmosphere.

The Atmosphere Is Heated, for the Most Part, from ________