5 Questions
What is the atmosphere mostly composed of?
Gas
What happens when light from the sun moves through the atmosphere?
Blue light is separated from the other colors
Which color is mentioned as having the smallest size in the text?
Blue
What happens to the blue light when it hits the inside part of a gas?
It exits in a different direction
What are all the colors that the human eye can see in white light?
Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet
Study Notes
Composition of the Atmosphere
- The atmosphere is mostly composed of nitrogen (about 78%) and oxygen (about 21%).
Interaction of Sunlight with the Atmosphere
- When light from the sun moves through the atmosphere, it is scattered in all directions.
Properties of Light
- Violet light has the smallest size (wavelength).
- When blue light hits the inside part of a gas, it is scattered more than other colors.
Human Vision
- The human eye can see seven colors in white light: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
Test your knowledge of the Earth's atmosphere with this quiz! From the composition of air to the impact of light and heat, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the atmosphere and its role in our planet's environment.
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