Q. Which one of the following layers of atmosphere has high concentration of ions?

[A] Stratosphere

[B] Exosphere

[C] Troposhere

[D] Thermosphere

Answer: D
Notes:

Thermosphere:

  • This layer is located between 80 and 400 km above the mesopause.
  • It contains electrically charged particles known as ions, and hence, it is known as the ionosphere.
  • Radio waves transmitted from the earth are reflected back to the earth by this layer and due to this, radio broadcasting has become possible.
  • The temperature here starts increasing with heights.

Source: ForumIAS

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