Atmospheric Science Flashcard

Front

What is defined by average temperature, precipitation, humidity, air pressure, and wind over time in a specific area?

Back

Climate

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is located between the troposphere and mesosphere?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

Where does weather occur in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What happens to temperatures as you move higher into the troposphere?

Back

They decrease

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is described as having layers?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere called?

Back

Troposphere

Front

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

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the term for the movement of air in the atmosphere?

Back

Wind

Front

What is the uppermost layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere

Front

What phenomenon occurs when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection