Layers of the Atmosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is directly above the troposphere?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the correct order of the atmosphere layers from Earth to space?

Back

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

Front

Which two layers of the atmosphere are warmer at lower altitudes and get colder as altitude increases?

Back

Troposphere and Mesosphere

Front

What is the hottest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

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

Back

Stratosphere

Front

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

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where satellites orbit?

Back

Exosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that is above the stratosphere?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What is the main function of the ozone layer?

Back

To protect Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.