The Atmosphere

This video explores the Earth's atmosphere, its layers, and the role of ozone in protecting life. It discusses the impact of human activities on the ozone layer and the success of the Montreal Protocol. The video explains weather and climate, influenced by the Earth's tilt and orbit, and details atmospheric circulation through convection cells and the Coriolis effect. It also covers ocean currents and the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), highlighting their effects on global climate patterns.

What is the primary function of stratospheric ozone?

• To regulate Earth's temperature

• To protect against harmful UV radiation

• To provide oxygen for breathing

• To support plant growth

Which international agreement was crucial in reducing CFC emissions?

• Geneva Convention

• Montreal Protocol

• Paris Agreement

• Kyoto Protocol

In which layer of the atmosphere do we live?

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term

• Weather is global; climate is local

• Weather is constant; climate changes daily

• Weather is predictable; climate is random

What causes the Coriolis effect?

• The Earth's rotation

• The Earth's magnetic field

• The Earth's orbit around the sun

• The Earth's gravitational pull

Which atmospheric cell is located near the equator?

• Ferrel cell

• Polar cell

• Walker cell

• Hadley cell

What is the primary driver of ocean currents?

• Earth's magnetic field

• Tidal forces

• Volcanic activity

• Wind patterns

What does ENSO stand for?

• Eastern Nautical Seasonal Oscillation

• Equatorial Northern Sea Oscillation

• Environmental Natural System Oscillation

• El Nino Southern Oscillation

Which mnemonic can help remember the layers of the atmosphere?

• Have some tea then coffee

• Buy some grapes then bananas

• Eat some apples then oranges

• Try some milk then eggs

What is the term for harmful ozone found near the Earth's surface?

• Mesospheric ozone

• Tropospheric ozone

• Stratospheric ozone

• Thermospheric ozone