Semester 1 Review Day 3: Atmosphere

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What does the number 7 represent in the context of the atmosphere?

Back

No decomposition.

Front

What layer of the atmosphere is referred to as 'A'?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

Where is altitude the greatest in the atmosphere?

Back

At point 1.

Front

In the thermosphere, how does temperature change with increasing altitude?

Back

Temperature increases.

Front

What does the number 6 represent in the context of the atmosphere?

Back

Decomposition.

Front

What is the primary function of the troposphere?

Back

It is where weather occurs and where most of the atmosphere's mass is located.

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What is the significance of the stratosphere?

Back

It contains the ozone layer, which absorbs and scatters ultraviolet solar radiation.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

Front

What is the main characteristic of the mesosphere?

Back

It is the layer where most meteors burn up upon entering the atmosphere.

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How does the temperature behave in the stratosphere?

Back

Temperature increases with altitude due to the absorption of UV radiation by the ozone layer.