Layers of the Atmosphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere do we live in?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the LEAST DENSE layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere

Front

Why is it difficult to breathe at higher altitudes?

Back

Gases in the atmosphere become 'thinner' (less dense) as altitude increases.

Front

The mixture of gases that surrounds Earth is ______________.

Back

the atmosphere

Front

What is the 2nd most abundant gas in the atmosphere?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What layer of the atmosphere is above the Troposphere?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere

Front

Which layer contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that protects us from meteoroids?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere