Earth's Atmosphere Review

Front

What are the layers of Earth's atmosphere in order from the surface to space?

Back

troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, exosphere

Front

Which layer of Earth's atmosphere is the farthest from the surface?

Back

exosphere

Front

What type of radiation exists in three forms and can cause sun tans and skin cancer?

Back

Ultraviolet Radiation

Front

What is the percentage of nitrogen in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

78%

Front

What percentage of Earth's atmosphere is made up of other gases like argon, carbon dioxide, methane, and helium?

Back

1%

Front

What is the primary gas in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen

Front

What layer of the atmosphere do we live in?

Back

troposphere

Front

What is the function of the ozone layer?

Back

It protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Front

What is the temperature trend in the troposphere?

Back

Temperature decreases with altitude.

Front

What is the main source of energy for the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

The Sun