Layers of the Atmosphere Practice Flashcard

Front

What are the layers of the atmosphere in order from lowest to highest?

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1. Troposphere 2. Stratosphere 3. Mesosphere 4. Thermosphere 5. Exosphere

Front

What is the primary characteristic of the troposphere?

Back

It is the layer where all weather events occur.

Front

What happens to temperature in the troposphere as altitude increases?

Back

The temperature decreases as altitude increases.

Front

What layer of the atmosphere is known for containing the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the main function of the ozone layer?

Back

To absorb and protect the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up?

Back

Mesosphere.

Front

What is the exosphere?

Back

The outermost layer of the atmosphere, where air pressure is extremely low.

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The process of the atmosphere trapping the sun's radiation, making the Earth warm and livable.

Front

What is the thermosphere known for?

Back

It is characterized by high temperatures and is where the auroras occur.

Front

How does air pressure change with altitude in the atmosphere?

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Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.