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Distinguish between Troposphere and Stratosphere.

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TroposphereStratosphere
1.It is the lowest layer of atmosphere, nearest to earth's surface.It lies above troposphere.
2.All weather phenomena occurs here.No weather phenomena except Cirrus clouds.
3.Water vapour and dust are present.Water vapour and dust are absent.
4.Thickness is 9 to 18 km.Thickness is about 60 km.
5.Ozone layer is not present.Ozone layer is present.
6.Temperature lapse rate is 6.4°C per kilometer.Temperature remains almost same.

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