Meteorology Practice Flashcard

Front

What is the first layer of the atmosphere? (the one we live in)

Back

Troposphere

Front

How is the surface of the Earth heated? Options: Conduction, Convection, None of the above

Back

Conduction

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer? Options: Troposphere, Thermosphere, Mesosphere, Stratosphere

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What causes the Earth's seasons?

Back

Tilt of the Earth

Front

When is it winter in the Northern Hemisphere? Options: June 21, September 22, December 21

Back

December 21

Front

When is it winter in the southern hemisphere?

Back

June 21

Front

How long does it take Earth to go around the sun?

Back

365 days

Front

How long does it take the Earth to rotate once on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Summer

Front

What season is it in the southern hemisphere?

Back

Winter