Earth's Atmosphere

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Oxygen makes up ____% of the gases in the atmosphere.

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21%

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In which layer of Earth’s atmosphere does weather occur?

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Troposphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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This tool is used to measure air pressure.

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Barometer

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to space?

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Exosphere

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The layers of Earth's atmosphere are determined by changes in _________.

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Temperature

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What is the primary gas in Earth's atmosphere?

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Nitrogen (78%)

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What is the layer of the atmosphere where airplanes typically fly?

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Stratosphere

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What is the term for the boundary between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

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Tropopause

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What is the main function of the ozone layer?

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To protect Earth from harmful UV radiation.

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

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Wind

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