Earth's Atmosphere

Thermosphere

• The layer of the atmosphere above the mesosphere, where temperature increases due to the absorption of solar radiation.

• The layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs and clouds form.

• The layer of the atmosphere closest to the Earth's surface, where we live.

• The layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer.

Meteor

• A space rock or piece of debris that burns up as it passes through the Earth's atmosphere.

• A type of star that is visible at night.

• A large planet that orbits the sun.

• A cloud of gas and dust in space.

Troposphere

• The highest layer of the Earth's atmosphere, where satellites orbit.

• The layer of the atmosphere where the ozone layer is located.

• The lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere, where most weather phenomena occur.

• The layer of the atmosphere that separates the Earth from outer space.

Exosphere

• The layer of the Earth's atmosphere closest to the surface.

• The outermost layer of the Earth's atmosphere, where the density is so low that individual atoms and molecules can escape into space.

• The layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs.

• The layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer.

Climate

• The short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area.

• The long-term pattern of weather conditions in a region, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

• The average temperature of a region during a specific season.

• The measurement of humidity in the air.

Mesosphere

• The layer of the atmosphere above the stratosphere, where temperature decreases with increasing altitude.

• The layer of the atmosphere closest to the Earth's surface, where weather occurs.

• The layer of the atmosphere above the mesosphere, characterized by a temperature increase with altitude.

• The layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer, protecting the Earth from harmful UV radiation.

Barometer

• An instrument measuring atmospheric pressure, used especially in forecasting the weather and determining altitude.

• A device for measuring temperature and humidity.

• A tool for measuring wind speed and direction.

• An instrument used to measure the depth of water.

Greenhouse Effect

• The cooling of Earth's surface due to increased cloud cover.

• The warming of Earth's surface and the air above it, caused by gases in the air that trap energy from the Sun.

• The process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.

• The phenomenon where the Earth's magnetic field protects it from solar winds.

Jet Stream

• Fast flowing, narrow air currents found in the atmosphere of some planets, including Earth, typically flowing from west to east.

• Slow moving, wide air currents that circulate around the poles of planets.

• Static air masses that cause weather patterns to remain unchanged.

• High-altitude clouds that form during thunderstorms.

Humidity

• The amount of water vapor present in the air, affecting weather and climate conditions.

• The measure of how much moisture is in the soil.

• The temperature at which air becomes saturated with moisture.

• The speed at which air moves in the atmosphere.