Layers of the Atmosphere Review

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What is the Ozone Layer made from?

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The Ozone Layer is made from ozone, which is a molecule composed of three oxygen atoms (O3).

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What does the ozone layer protect living things on Earth from?

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The ozone layer protects living things on Earth from harmful UV (ultraviolet) radiation.

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What happens to air pressure as you increase your altitude?

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As you increase your altitude, the air pressure decreases.

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Which layer of the atmosphere do we live in?

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We live in the troposphere.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases that surrounds Earth.

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What is the main function of the stratosphere?

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The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which absorbs and scatters UV radiation.

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What is the temperature trend in the troposphere?

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In the troposphere, temperature decreases with increasing altitude.

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What is the mesosphere known for?

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The mesosphere is known for being the layer where most meteors burn up upon entering Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the thermosphere characterized by?

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The thermosphere is characterized by very high temperatures and the presence of ionized gases.

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What is the exosphere?

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The exosphere is the outermost layer of the atmosphere, where the atmosphere thins out into space.