Atmospheric Layers

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere responsible for radio communication?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

How does the atmosphere contribute to life on Earth?

Back

It keeps the Earth warm enough for life.

Front

What is the coldest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What happens to the density and air pressure of the air as altitude increases?

Back

Density decreases.

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do airplanes and jets typically fly?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

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

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the primary function of the troposphere?

Back

It is where weather occurs and where we live.

Front

What is the order of the atmospheric layers from the Earth's surface to space?

Back

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere.

Front

What is the significance of the ionosphere, and in which layer is it found?

Back

The ionosphere is part of the thermosphere and is important for radio wave propagation.

Front

What is the temperature trend in the stratosphere as altitude increases?

Back

Temperature increases with altitude due to the absorption of UV radiation by the ozone layer.