Layers of the Atmosphere 6th Grade

Front

What is the first layer of the atmosphere, starting from the surface of the Earth?

Back

Troposphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is known for its cold temperatures?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What does the earth's atmosphere do?

Back

helps to keep the temperature balanced on Earth

Front

This is the layer where most commercial jet airliners fly.

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What happens to the density (thickness)/air pressure of the air as you increase in altitude?

Back

density decreases

Front

Where in the atmosphere will you find the ozone layer?

Back

stratosphere

Front

Which layer in the atmosphere is the most hottest? Options: troposphere, thermosphere, exosphere, mesosphere

Back

thermosphere

Front

Which statement is true? Options: The troposphere has the highest temperature because of the distance from the Sun, The troposphere has the highest pressure because gravity keeps the air down., The exosphere has the highest temperature because of the distance from the Sun, The exosphere has the highest pressure because gravity keeps the air down.

Back

The troposphere has the highest pressure because gravity keeps the air down.

Front

Which of these layers is farthest from Earth? thermosphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, exosphere

Back

exosphere

Front

Why are some layers warmer than others?

Back

some layers contain gases that can absorb the sun's energy