Atmosphere

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What is the chemical symbol for ozone?

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O₃

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Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to Earth's surface?

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Troposphere

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What does the prefix 'Exo-' in exosphere mean?

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Outside

Front

What causes the Coriolis effect?

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Earth's Rotation

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In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur?

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Troposphere

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What is the primary function of the stratosphere?

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To contain the ozone layer, which absorbs and scatters ultraviolet solar radiation.

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What is the difference between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

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

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What is the significance of the mesosphere?

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It is the layer where most meteoroids burn up upon entering the Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the thermosphere known for?

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It is known for its high temperatures and the presence of the ionosphere, which is important for radio communication.

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What is the exosphere?

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The outermost layer of the atmosphere, where atmospheric particles are so sparse that they can travel hundreds of kilometers without colliding with one another.