Layers of the Atmosphere #2

Front

What are the two most abundant gases in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen and Oxygen.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is where weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What gas makes up 78% of the atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen.

Front

What is the function of the ozone layer?

Back

To block UV rays from getting to Earth.

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do we live?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the layer above the troposphere called?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere.

Front

What is the layer where the International Space Station orbits?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

What is the main characteristic of the mesosphere?

Back

It is where meteors burn up upon entering the atmosphere.

Front

What is the temperature trend in the troposphere?

Back

Temperature decreases with altitude.