Atmosphere & Weather

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What is the most abundant gas in our atmosphere?

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Nitrogen

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What percentage of oxygen is present in Earth's atmosphere?

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21%

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What type of heat transfer is demonstrated by warm air rising and cool air sinking?

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Convection

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Which city is likely to experience increasing temperatures due to a warm front approaching?

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Atlanta

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What causes the temperature to increase in the stratosphere?

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Ozone

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What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

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To absorb and protect the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average weather patterns.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air that replaces a warmer mass of air.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What role do clouds play in weather?

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Clouds can indicate weather changes, as they can bring precipitation and affect temperature.