Atmosphere Unit 5

Front

What is the largest reservoir for nitrogen in the environment?

Back

The atmosphere is the largest reservoir for nitrogen.

Front

Why are hydrogen and helium commonly found in the exosphere?

Back

They are lighter than other gases.

Front

What gas is consumed when a candle is lit?

Back

Oxygen is used up when the candle is lit.

Front

What do we call a location that releases more of a nutrient than it takes in?

Back

A source.

Front

In the Northern hemisphere, which direction does the Coriolis effect cause wind to bend?

Back

To the left.

Front

What is the primary component of the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen, making up about 78% of the atmosphere.

Front

What is the role of oxygen in combustion?

Back

Oxygen is necessary for combustion to occur.

Front

Define the term 'atmospheric pressure'.

Back

Atmospheric pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point.

Front

What is the significance of the ozone layer?

Back

The ozone layer protects living organisms by absorbing harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun.

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

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