Earth's Atmosphere Quiz
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What gas made up the largest proportion of the Earth's atmosphere for the last 200 million years?

  • Nitrogen (correct)
  • Carbon Dioxide
  • Methane
  • Oxygen
  • Which process primarily contributed to the increase of oxygen in the atmosphere around 2.7 billion years ago?

  • Dissolution of CO₂ in oceans
  • Formation of carbonates
  • Volcanic activity releasing gases
  • Photosynthesis by algae and plants (correct)
  • What was a significant characteristic of the Earth's early atmosphere according to prevailing theories?

  • Primarily composed of carbon dioxide (correct)
  • Rich in oxygen
  • Similar to today's atmosphere
  • Contains large quantities of ozone
  • How did the percentage of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere decrease?

    <p>Photosynthesis by plants and algae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gases are noted as being present in small proportions in the current atmosphere?

    <p>Carbon dioxide, water vapor, and noble gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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