Chemistry of the Atmosphere AQA GCSE

This is the layers of gas around earth.

• Atmosphere

• Thermosphere

• Methane

• Ozone

The Ozone layer is

• A layer of oxygen protecting us from UV rays

• A layer of carbon dioxide protecting us from UV rays

• A layer of particles causing global dimming

What are the issues with trying to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

• It is difficult

• it is very expensive

• both of the answers

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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A large amount of carbon emissions come from burning fossil fuels to heat people's homes. Which of the following could keep homes warm without having to burn fossil fuels?

• having wooden floors instead of carpet

• fitting loft insulation

• having double-glazed windows

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How are elements arranged in the modern Periodic Table?

• In rows called columns, by increasing mass number.

• In rows called periods, by increasing mass number.

• In rows called columns, by increasing atomic number.

• In rows called periods, by increasing atomic number.

The electronic arrangement of oxygen is:

• 2,4

• 2,6

• 1,2,4

• 2,8

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What group are the Halogens in?

• Group 1

• Group 2

• Group 7

• Group 0

What group are the Noble Gases in?

• Group 1

• Group 2

• Group 7

• Group 0

Which gas is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect in Earth's atmosphere?

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

• Oxygen (O2)

• Nitrogen (N2)

• Argon (Ar)

What is the main component of the Earth's atmosphere by volume?

• Oxygen (O2)

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

• Nitrogen (N2)

• Water Vapor (H2O)