Atmosphere Unit Test

Atmosphere Unit Test

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Science

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of climate is typically found in areas of the earth with large bands of rising air and low pressure?

Back

Rainforests are typically found in these areas due to high humidity and precipitation.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a characteristic of El Nino?

Back

El Nino is characterized by weaker upwelling on the South American coastline and unusually weak trade winds.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is unique about the phosphorus cycle compared to other biogeochemical cycles?

Back

The phosphorus cycle does not include the atmosphere; it primarily involves soil, plants, and animals.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

List the layers of the atmosphere in order from the Earth's surface upwards.

Back

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

Back

A barometer is used to measure air pressure.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define the term 'troposphere'.

Back

The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, where weather occurs and where most of the atmosphere's mass is found.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the stratosphere?

Back

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

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