Troposphere is the hottest part of the atmosphere because

A. It is closest to the Sun

B. There are charged particles in it

C. It is heated by the Earth's surface

D. Heat is generated in it

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The troposphere is the layer of the atmosphere closest to the earth's surface where the weather takes place. The warmest temperatures in the troposphere are near the surface with the coldest temperatures being at the top of the troposphere.