Layers of the Atmosphere Review

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that is the warmest?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

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

Back

UV radiation

Front

What happens to air pressure when you increase your altitude?

Back

It decreases.

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The layer of gases that surrounds Earth.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that is the coldest?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What is the primary function of the stratosphere?

Back

It contains the ozone layer that absorbs UV radiation.

Front

What is the troposphere known for?

Back

It is the layer where weather occurs.

Front

How does temperature change in the troposphere as altitude increases?

Back

Temperature decreases.

Front

What is the boundary between the troposphere and stratosphere called?

Back

Tropopause.

Front

What is the main gas found in the atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen.