exosphere quiz

How many kilometers is the exosphere thick?

• 10,000 km

• 6,200 km

• 12 km

• 10 km

What is the main gas found in the exosphere?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Helium

• Oxygen

• Hydrogen

What is the primary function of the exosphere ?

• protects earth from meteoroids

• allows for satellite orbits

• regulates temprature

• reflect radio waves

What is the average temprature in the exosphere ?

• -150 ' c

• 1000 'c

• -100 'c

• 2000 ' c

What is the composition of the exosphere primarily made of

• helium

• oxygen

• hydrogen

• nitrogen

What is the main role of the exosphere in the atmosphere?

• To gradually transition into outer space and contain very few particles, mainly hydrogen and helium
• To support the growth of vegetation and ecosystems
• To regulate the Earth's climate and weather patterns
• To absorb harmful UV radiation and protect the Earth's surface

Which layer of the atmosphere is directly above the exosphere?

What is the main source of particles in the exosphere?

Which choice best defines the exosphere's location?

• 1. Between the troposphere and interplanetary space

• 1. Between the mesosphere and interplanetary space

• 1. Between the thermosphere and interplanetary space

• 1. Between the stratosphere and interplanetary space

Which answer best describes what you would most likely encounter in the exosphere?

• 1. Many atoms moving very quickly

• 1. Few atoms moving very slowly

• 1. Many atoms moving very slowly

• 1. Few atoms moving very quickly