Layers of the Atmosphere

Front

What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is known for its decreasing temperature with altitude?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the layer above the stratosphere?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where most weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere

Front

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

Back

Tropopause

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere has the highest temperature?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

What is the main gas found in the stratosphere that protects us from UV radiation?

Back

Ozone

Front

What happens to air pressure as you go higher in the atmosphere?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that is closest to space?

Back

Exosphere