Atmosphere

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What are the two main gases that make up Earth's troposphere?

Back

Nitrogen and Oxygen.

Front

How are the different layers of the atmosphere separated?

Back

According to temperature.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere contains ozone?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What layer contains the exosphere and ionosphere?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

What percentage of the atmosphere is made of nitrogen?

Back

78%.

Front

What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere called?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the layer above the troposphere?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the significance of the ozone layer?

Back

It protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is the temperature trend in the stratosphere?

Back

Temperature increases with altitude.