Layers of Atmosphere and Air Pressure

Front

What is the largest percentage gas in the atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen, making up about 78% of the atmosphere.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere do humans live in?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What layer of the atmosphere contains the Ozone Layer?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the second most abundant gas in the atmosphere?

Back

Oxygen, which makes up about 21% of the atmosphere.

Front

List three layers of the atmosphere from farthest to closest to Earth's surface.

Back

Exosphere, Mesosphere, Troposphere.

Front

What is the function of the Ozone Layer?

Back

It protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

What is air pressure?

Back

The force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

Front

How does air pressure change with altitude?

Back

Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

Front

What is the thermosphere known for?

Back

It is known for its high temperatures and the presence of the ionosphere.

Front

What is the exosphere?

Back

The outermost layer of the atmosphere, where the atmosphere transitions into outer space.