W&W Inv. 1-2 Atmosphere and Weather Quiz

What is the mixture of gases surrounding Earth called?

• Atmosphere

• Wind

• Humidity

Which layer of the atmosphere is known for weather phenomena?

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Exosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the force exerted on a surface by the mass of the air above it?

• Air pressure

• Wind

• Temperature

• Humidity

What is the scientific study of weather called?

• Meteorology

• Biology

• Geology

• Climatology

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Thermosphere

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere

What is the term for rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Humidity

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is the layer of the atmosphere above the stratosphere?

• Mesosphere

• Exosphere

• Thermosphere

• Troposphere

What is the term for water vapor in the air?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Humidity

What is the biggest layer of the atmosphere?

• Thermosphere

• Troposphere

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

What is the term for air in motion?

• Wind

• Humidity

• Temperature

• Precipitation

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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