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WorksheetsLayers of the Atmosphere Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 2mins
Which is the lowest layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?
Mesosphere
Stratosphere
Troposphere
Exosphere
In which layer do most airplanes fly?
Troposphere
Stratosphere
Thermosphere
Mesosphere
The ozone layer, which protects us from harmful UV rays, is found in the:
Troposphere
Stratosphere
Exosphere
Thermosphere
Which layer protects Earth from meteors by burning them up?
Stratosphere
Thermosphere
Mesosphere
Troposphere
What causes the greenhouse effect on Earth?
The Sun's heat getting trapped by gases
The thinning of the ozone layer
The rotation of the Earth
Which gas is most responsible for the greenhouse effect?
Nitrogen
Oxygen
Hydrogen
Carbon dioxide
What human activity increases global warming by releasing more carbon dioxide?
Planting trees
Using solar energy
Burning fossil fuels
Conserving water
Satellites orbit Earth in which atmospheric layer?
Mesosphere
Thermosphere
Exosphere
Stratosphere
The atmosphere becomes thinner and eventually merges with space in the:
Exosphere
Stratosphere
Mesosphere
Thermosphere
How can we reduce global warming?
Increase the use of fossil fuels
Reduce the use of renewable energy
Use more energy-efficient appliances
Cut down more trees
