Atmosphere Review/Practice Flashcard

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Which gas is released into the atmosphere by plants as they photosynthesize?

Back

Oxygen is released into the atmosphere by plants during photosynthesis.

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The density of our atmosphere __________ with an increase in altitude.

Back

The density of our atmosphere decreases with an increase in altitude.

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The ozone layer is found in this atmosphere layer.

Back

The ozone layer is found in the stratosphere.

Front

What happens to water at higher elevations when it boils?

Back

At higher elevations, water boils at a lower temperature.

Front

Which gas is removed from the atmosphere by green plants?

Back

Carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere by green plants.

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What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

Back

The primary function of the ozone layer is to protect the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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What are the main components of Earth's atmosphere?

Back

The main components of Earth's atmosphere are nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), and trace gases (1%).

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What is the troposphere?

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The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, where weather occurs and where we live.

Front

How does air pressure change with altitude?

Back

Air pressure decreases with an increase in altitude.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.