The absence of which among the following causes the temperature of the atmosphere to decrease with ascent along with decreasing density of air?
I. Vegetation
II. Water
III. Carbon dioxide
IV. Oxygen
V. Nitrogen

A. I and II

B. III and IV

C. II and III

D. II and V

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The absence of water and carbon dioxide causes the temperature of the atmosphere to decrease with ascent along with decreasing density of air.