Atmosphere

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What is the process by which heat from the sun travels to Earth?

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Radiation

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What are the three main methods of heat transfer in the Earth's atmosphere?

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Conduction, convection, and radiation.

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What is the term for the natural process that holds heat in the atmosphere?

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Greenhouse effect

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Which layer of the atmosphere is known for containing weather phenomena?

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Troposphere

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What is the layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer?

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Stratosphere

Front

What is convection and where does it primarily occur in the atmosphere?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids, primarily occurring in the troposphere.

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What role does the ozone layer play in the atmosphere?

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The ozone layer protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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What is the significance of the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is crucial for maintaining the Earth's temperature and supporting life by trapping heat.

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What are the characteristics of the troposphere?

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The troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere, where weather occurs, and temperature decreases with altitude.

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What is the difference between the troposphere and stratosphere?

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The troposphere is where weather occurs and is closest to the Earth's surface, while the stratosphere contains the ozone layer and is above the troposphere.