Intro to Meteorology Flashcard Review

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What are the layers of the atmosphere in order from bottom to top?

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troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, exosphere

Front

What natural phenomenon contributed to the formation of Earth's atmosphere?

Back

volcanoes

Front

What are CFCs and how do they affect the atmosphere?

Back

CFCs (Chloro-fluorocarbons) are compounds that destroy ozone molecules.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is located above the mesosphere and below the exosphere?

Back

thermosphere

Front

What atmospheric layer contains the ionosphere and is known for auroras?

Back

thermosphere

Front

What is the primary function of the troposphere?

Back

The troposphere is where weather occurs and contains most of the atmosphere's mass.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is the significance of the ozone layer?

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The ozone layer protects living organisms by absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

How do volcanic eruptions contribute to atmospheric composition?

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Volcanic eruptions release gases such as water vapor, carbon dioxide, and sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere.

Front

What is the role of the stratosphere in the atmosphere?

Back

The stratosphere contains the ozone layer and is where commercial jet aircraft typically fly.

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What is the difference between the thermosphere and the exosphere?

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The thermosphere is characterized by high temperatures and contains the ionosphere, while the exosphere is the outermost layer where atmospheric particles are very sparse.