Layers of the Atmosphere and Weather Review

Front

What is the hottest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

The ozone layer is a sublayer of which layer?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

Why is the ozone layer vital to life on Earth?

Back

It shields the Earth from ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.

Front

What instrument measures temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere closest to Earth?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the layer above the troposphere?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the main gas found in the stratosphere?

Back

Ozone (O3)

Front

What layer of the atmosphere contains the jet stream?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the coldest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Mesosphere