12 Questions
What percentage of the atmosphere is composed of nitrogen?
78.09%
Which gas in the atmosphere absorbs long-wave radiation from the Earth?
Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
What is the main function of the ozone layer in the atmosphere?
To absorb incoming ultraviolet radiation
Which layer of the atmosphere is found above 100 km above the Earth's surface?
Thermosphere
What is the upper boundary of the troposphere called?
Tropopause
What is the name of the region in the atmosphere where the gases are in a fixed mixture?
Homosphere
What is the primary function of the insolation input in the atmosphere?
To bring heat energy into the atmosphere
What type of gases are present in the atmosphere in relatively constant proportions?
Constant gases
What is the term for the sphere of gases, liquids, and suspended particles that surrounds the Earth?
Atmosphere
What is the primary function of the atmosphere in terms of heat?
To allow just enough heat through during the day to sustain life
What is the term for the process by which plants release oxygen into the atmosphere?
Photosynthesis
What is the term for the particles from space that enter the Earth's atmosphere?
Particles from space
Learn about the components of the atmosphere, including inputs, stores, and the different types of gases and energy. Understand how these parts work together to form a system. Test your knowledge of the atmosphere's structure and functions.
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