Atmosphere

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What happens to gases as you go higher in the atmosphere?

Back

The gases become less dense.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere do humans live in?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

How are a greenhouse and Earth's atmosphere similar?

Back

Both trap heat inside and prevent it from escaping.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

Front

What is the term for the weight of air molecules pushing down on Earth?

Back

Air pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The layer of gases surrounding Earth.

Front

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere.

Front

What is the main gas in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen.

Front

What is the role of the ozone layer?

Back

To protect Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is long-term patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6