Layers of the Atmosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere closest to Earth's surface?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the outermost layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere

Front

What is the 4th layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

What is the 3rd layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere contains clouds and weather?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What is the primary function of the Stratosphere?

Back

Contains the ozone layer, which protects Earth from harmful UV radiation.

Front

What happens to temperature as you go higher in the Troposphere?

Back

Temperature decreases with altitude.

Front

What is the main characteristic of the Thermosphere?

Back

It is where the auroras occur and temperatures can rise significantly.

Front

What is the role of the Mesosphere?

Back

It protects Earth from meteoroids by burning them up.

Front

How does air pressure change with altitude in the atmosphere?

Back

Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.