Layers of the Atmosphere

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the layers of the atmosphere in order from lowest to highest?
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Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary function of the troposphere?
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The troposphere is where weather occurs and contains most of the atmosphere's mass.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of the stratosphere?
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The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which protects Earth from harmful UV radiation.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to temperature as you move up through the troposphere?
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Temperature decreases with altitude in the troposphere.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of the mesosphere?
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The mesosphere is where most meteors burn up upon entering the atmosphere.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the thermosphere known for?
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The thermosphere is known for its high temperatures and the presence of the ionosphere, which reflects radio waves.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the exosphere?
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The exosphere is the outermost layer of the atmosphere, where atmospheric particles are so sparse that they can travel hundreds of kilometers without colliding with one another.
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