5 Questions
What is the atmosphere made up of?
Nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide
What is the primary function of the atmosphere?
To regulate Earth's temperature
What is the outermost layer of the atmosphere?
Exosphere
What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?
Troposphere
What is the process by which the atmosphere traps heat?
Greenhouse effect
Study Notes
Atmosphere Composition
- The atmosphere is made up of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other gases.
Atmosphere Function
- The primary function of the atmosphere is to protect life on Earth by regulating temperature, weather, and climate.
Atmospheric Layers
Exosphere
- The outermost layer of the atmosphere is the exosphere, extending from 500 to 10,000 km.
Troposphere
- The layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs is the troposphere, extending from the Earth's surface up to 12 km high.
Greenhouse Effect
- The process by which the atmosphere traps heat is called the greenhouse effect, allowing the Earth's surface to warm up.
This quiz covers the basics of the atmosphere, including its composition, primary function, and different layers. It also touches on the process of heat trapping and weather patterns.
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