Layers of Earth's Atmosphere and Their Role in Supporting Life

Layers of Earth's Atmosphere and Their Role in Supporting Life

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Physics

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explores Earth's atmosphere, which consists of five main layers: troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere. Each layer has unique characteristics and plays a crucial role in supporting life on Earth. The troposphere is where weather occurs, the stratosphere contains the ozone layer, the mesosphere is where meteors burn up, the thermosphere absorbs high-energy radiation, and the exosphere merges into space. The video also highlights Earth's unique features, such as its distance from the sun, water coverage, and ability to support life.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Earth's distance from the Sun known as?

Astronomical Unit

Light Year

Kilometer

Parsec

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which layer of the atmosphere do humans inhabit?

Stratosphere

Thermosphere

Troposphere

Mesosphere

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the Earth's water vapor is found in the troposphere?

25%

50%

75%

99%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which layer contains the ozone layer?

Exosphere

Mesosphere

Stratosphere

Troposphere

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do commercial jets prefer to fly in the lower stratosphere?

More scenic views

Warmer temperatures

Less turbulence

Higher oxygen levels

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which layer do most meteors burn up?

Mesosphere

Stratosphere

Thermosphere

Troposphere

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the coldest temperature found in the mesosphere?

-90°C

-130°C

-50°C

-200°C

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