Which layers of the atmosphere are examples of temperature inversions?

A) stratosphere and thermosphere
B) troposphere and mesosphere
C) troposphere and stratosphere
D) mesosphere and thermosphere
E) stratosphere and mesosphere


Answer: A) stratosphere and thermosphere

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