Intro to Atmosphere Quiz

Which gas is most abundant in the Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Helium

What tool is used to measure air pressure?

• Barometer
• microscope

• alimeter

• audomiter

5. How are the layers of the atmosphere determined?

• By changes in atmospheric gases.
• By changes in temperature.
• By changes in magnetism.

What is the primary function of the ozone layer in the Earth's atmosphere?

• To reflect sunlight back into space

• To provide oxygen for breathing

• To block harmful ultraviolet radiation

• To trap heat and warm the planet

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to the Earth's surface?

• Troposphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

• Stratosphere

What phenomenon is primarily responsible for the auroras seen near the polar regions?

• Volcanic eruptions releasing gases

• Reflection of moonlight on ice

• Refraction of sunlight in the atmosphere

• Solar winds interacting with the Earth's magnetic field

In which layer of the atmosphere does most weather occur?

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Exosphere

• Troposphere

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

What is the outermost layer of the Earth's atmosphere?

• Mesosphere

• Exosphere

• Stratosphere

• Thermosphere

In which layer of the atmosphere do thunderstorms occur?

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Thermosphere

• Troposphere

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5