Atmosphere

Front

What happens to temperature as the number of gas molecules increases?

Back

The temperature increases.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure goes down.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere closest to the ground?

Back

Troposphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do meteoroids burn up?

Back

Mesosphere.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a function of the atmosphere? Help regulate rain fall, Provides safety from the sun’s harmful rays, Destroys a lot of space debris, Helps maintain the right temperature for life.

Back

Help regulate rain fall.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the term for the layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere.

Front

What is the main gas found in the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen.

Front

What is the role of the atmosphere in protecting life on Earth?

Back

It provides safety from harmful solar radiation and helps maintain temperature.

Front

What is the term for the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

Back

Tropopause.