Atmosphere

It's a dynamic system (with inputs, outputs, flows and storages) that has undergone changes throughout geological time.

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Stratosphere

• Lithosphere

Why is the Atmosphere important for the earth?

• Provides a shield from meteorites

• Protects us from harmful radiation from the sun.

• Moderates and stabilizes our climate including temperature.

• All of the above

Earth’s atmosphere is referred to as an _____ SYSTEM

The atmosphere is a predominantly a mixture of

• Nitrogen and Argon

• Nitrogen and Carbon

• Nitrogen and Oxygen

• Oxygen and Hydrogen

The atmosphere is made up if a total of __ layers

• Five (5)

• Six (6)

• Four (4)

• Seven (7)

What gas is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Ozone

• Methane

• Nitrous Oxide

The layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs is called:

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

Which of the following is a major component of the atmosphere that supports life?

• Oxygen

• Helium

• Argon

• Neon