Layers of the Atmosphere Review

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that extends from the top of the troposphere to the bottom of the mesosphere?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What gas is primarily found in the Ozone Layer?

Back

Oxygen

Front

How are the layers of the atmosphere classified?

Back

According to changes in temperature.

Front

What is ozone?

Back

A form of oxygen with three oxygen atoms combined.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is the warmest?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere called?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the main function of the Ozone Layer?

Back

To protect the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

What happens to temperature as you move up through the troposphere?

Back

Temperature decreases.

Front

What is the layer above the stratosphere?

Back

Mesosphere.

Front

What is the significance of the thermosphere?

Back

It contains the ionosphere, which is important for radio communication.