Describing Earth's Atmosphere
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Science
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are auroras?
Back
Colors of light created when ions from the sun strike air molecules.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the most abundant gas in the atmosphere?
Back
Nitrogen.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does water vapor play in the troposphere?
Back
It plays a key role in Earth's weather.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What helped form Earth's ancient atmosphere?
Back
Volcanic ash.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do hikers carry oxygen when climbing high mountains?
Back
Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary component of Earth's atmosphere?
Back
Nitrogen, making up about 78%.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of ozone in the atmosphere?
Back
Ozone absorbs harmful UV radiation from the sun.
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