History of the Atmosphere
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Science
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9th - 12th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Standards-aligned
Tim Gault
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7 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the composition of Earth's primordial atmosphere?
Hydrogen and helium
Oxygen and nitrogen
Carbon dioxide and methane
Sulfur dioxide and ammonia
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2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During which period did volcanic activity release gases like water vapor and carbon dioxide into the atmosphere?
4.5 Billion Years Ago
4.4 to 4.0 Billion Years Ago
2.5 Billion Years Ago
600 Million Years Ago
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3.
FILL IN THE BLANKS QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Great Oxidation Event led to a significant increase in atmospheric (a) .
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the ozone layer?
To provide oxygen for breathing
To protect Earth from harmful UV radiation
To trap heat and warm the planet
To support photosynthesis
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5.
FILL IN THE BLANKS QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Earth's current atmosphere is composed of approximately 78% nitrogen and (a) % oxygen.
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6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which event marked the formation of the ozone layer?
The Great Oxidation Event
Formation of the primordial atmosphere
Outgassing and formation of a secondary atmosphere
Accumulation of oxygen in the upper atmosphere
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7.
FILL IN THE BLANKS QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Human activities such as industrialization have contributed to (a) change.
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