Layers of the Atmosphere Flashcard Review

Front

What tool is used to measure air pressure?

Back

Barometer

Front

A mixture of gases and particles that surround a planet, held by gravity is called the-

Back

atmosphere

Front

This layer of the atmosphere is the lowest and we live in it.

Back

Troposphere

Front

In the egg demonstration, what has to happen to the air pressure inside of the bottle compared to the air pressure outside of the bottle in order for the egg to go in?

Back

Pressure inside has to be less than outside

Front

What decreases as you go up in the atmosphere? Options: Altitude, Temperature, Air Pressure, Ozone Layering

Back

Air Pressure

Front

The warming of the surface and lower atmosphere of Earth that occurs when water vapor, CO₂, and other gases absorb and reradiate energy.

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Greenhouse effect

Front

What is one important factor that affects pressure? Options: Elevation, Water level, The phase of matter, The size of the molecules

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Elevation

Front

Explain why air pressure doesn't crush an empty can sitting on a table.

Back

The pressure outside the can is equal to the pressure inside the can.

Front

What happens to density(thickness) and air pressure of the air as you leave Earth?

Back

Density and air pressure get lower/thinner.

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere can you find the Ozone layer?

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Stratosphere