10 Questions
Where is the infamous ozone layer found?
Stratosphere
In which layer of the atmosphere do temperatures get colder as you climb higher?
Troposphere
At what height does the mesosphere extend to above our planet?
85 km (53 miles)
Where do commercial passenger jets fly due to a smoother ride from lower turbulence?
Stratosphere
In which layer of the atmosphere do temperatures once again grow colder as you rise up through it?
Mesosphere
Which layer of the Earth's atmosphere is the lowest?
Troposphere
What is the main function of the atmosphere in protecting life on Earth?
Absorbing ultraviolet solar radiation
At approximately what altitude does the troposphere extend to?
33,000 feet above sea level
Which layer of the atmosphere gradually fades away into interplanetary space?
Exosphere
What is the greenhouse effect primarily responsible for?
Reducing temperature extremes between day and night
Test your knowledge of atmospheric chemistry with this quiz covering lecture 02 of Environmental Chemistry with LAB ESDM 202. Explore concepts related to the Earth's atmosphere and its composition.
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