Layers of the Atmosphere

Front

What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Troposphere

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur?

Back

Troposphere

Front

What happens to temperature in the stratosphere as altitude increases?

Back

Increases

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

Which layer is known for its strong, steady winds?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the layer above the stratosphere?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where meteors burn up?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that is closest to space?

Back

Exosphere

Front

What is the temperature trend in the mesosphere as altitude increases?

Back

Decreases

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that contains the ionosphere?

Back

Thermosphere