Atmosphere Practice

Front

As altitude decreases, what happens to the density in the air?

Back

It increases.

Front

What is the BOTTOM layer of the atmosphere called?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

Weather occurs in the _________?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

Does air have weight?

Back

Yes.

Front

What layer do we live in?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the second layer of the atmosphere called?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the primary gas found in the atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen.

Front

What is the role of the ozone layer?

Back

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

Front

What happens to temperature as altitude increases in the troposphere?

Back

It generally decreases.

Front

What is atmospheric pressure?

Back

The force exerted by the weight of air above a given point.