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What is the major component of air?
What is the major component of air?
Air is composed of only two gases: nitrogen and oxygen.
Air is composed of only two gases: nitrogen and oxygen.
False (B)
Why do mountaineers carry oxygen cylinders?
Why do mountaineers carry oxygen cylinders?
Because the air at the top of high mountains is thin and lacks sufficient oxygen for proper breathing.
Almost _____ of air is made up of nitrogen gas.
Almost _____ of air is made up of nitrogen gas.
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Match the following gases with their approximate percentage in air:
Match the following gases with their approximate percentage in air:
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What is the primary reason living things require air?
What is the primary reason living things require air?
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Air is visible to the naked eye.
Air is visible to the naked eye.
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What happens to the amount of air as you go higher up in the atmosphere?
What happens to the amount of air as you go higher up in the atmosphere?
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Moving air is called __________.
Moving air is called __________.
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Match the properties of air with their descriptions:
Match the properties of air with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a property of air?
Which of the following is NOT a property of air?
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Air is only present in the atmosphere and is not dissolved in water.
Air is only present in the atmosphere and is not dissolved in water.
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What occurs when a glass bottle is inverted in water and then tilted?
What occurs when a glass bottle is inverted in water and then tilted?
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Flashcards
Air Composition
Air Composition
Air is a mixture of various gases, primarily nitrogen, oxygen, and small amounts of carbon dioxide, water vapor, and other gases like argon.
Major Air Components
Major Air Components
The most abundant gases in air are nitrogen (about 78%) and oxygen (about 21%).
Air is matter?
Air is matter?
Yes, air is a type of matter because it occupies space and has mass.
Variable Air Composition
Variable Air Composition
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Importance of oxygen in high altitudes
Importance of oxygen in high altitudes
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Air
Air
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Atmosphere
Atmosphere
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Air properties
Air properties
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Air and space
Air and space
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Oxygen in Atmosphere
Oxygen in Atmosphere
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Air Pollution
Air Pollution
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Wind
Wind
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Air's Importance
Air's Importance
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Study Notes
Air and Atmosphere
- Air is a mixture of gases, invisible and odorless
- Air surrounds Earth, forms a layer called atmosphere
- All living things need air for breathing
- Air's presence can be felt as wind
- Air, even in water (dissolved), is essential for life
- Air is transparent, colorless, tasteless, and odorless
- Air does have mass and occupies space
- Air can be compressed
Properties of Air
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Air contains Nitrogen (78%), Oxygen (21%), Carbon Dioxide, and other trace gases (1%)
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Air composition varies slightly by location and season
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Air at high altitudes has less oxygen, making breathing difficult
Atmosphere
- Atmosphere surrounds Earth, becoming thinner at higher altitudes
- Air is essential for life on Earth, providing oxygen
Composition of Air
- Nitrogen (78%) is the primary component
- Oxygen (21%) is vital for respiration
- Small amounts of other gases (carbon dioxide, water vapor, argon) and dust are also present
- The composition of air varies depending on location and season
Experiments and Observation/ Inference
- Air occupies space (demonstration with inverted glass bottle, experiment)
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Test your knowledge on the basics of air and the atmosphere. This quiz covers the composition of air, its properties, and its essential role in supporting life on Earth. Learn about the importance of air for respiration and how it varies in different conditions.