Questions and Answers
What is the first layer of the atmosphere called?
What layer of the atmosphere do jets fly in?
Stratosphere
The ozone layer is found in the troposphere.
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What layer is known for meteor activity?
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What phenomena can be observed in the thermosphere?
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What is the last layer of the atmosphere called?
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Air molecules in the exosphere are densely packed.
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The top of the troposphere is called the ______.
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As you go up in the stratosphere, temperatures ______.
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The top of the mesosphere is called the ______.
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Study Notes
Layers of the Atmosphere
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Troposphere
- First layer where life exists; weather phenomena occur.
- Encompasses the region we inhabit and breathe.
- Top boundary called the tropopause; temperatures decrease with altitude.
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Stratosphere
- Second layer, characterized by a lack of weather conditions.
- Commercial jets typically fly at this altitude for smoother travel.
- Contains the ozone layer which protects Earth from harmful UV radiation.
- Top boundary known as the stratopause; temperatures increase with altitude.
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Mesosphere
- Middle layer, noted for strong winds and the disintegration of meteors.
- Highest atmospheric layer where temperature decreases with altitude.
- Top boundary is the mesopause.
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Thermosphere
- Fourth layer primarily known for the presence of the ionosphere.
- Ionosphere reflects radio waves, enabling radio communication.
- Home to the northern lights (auroras), resulting from solar activity.
- Temperatures rise significantly as altitude increases.
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Exosphere
- Final layer, where air molecules are sparse enough for spacecraft to navigate.
- Transition zone between Earth's atmosphere and outer space.
- Temperature continues to increase with altitude but contains very few particles.
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