12 Questions
What is the temperature range of the thermosphere?
Up to 2500 degrees Celsius
Why does the thermosphere have low thermal energy despite its high temperature?
The molecules are spaced far apart
What is the main difference between temperature and thermal energy?
Temperature is the average kinetic energy while thermal energy is the total kinetic energy
Which layer is located beyond the thermosphere?
Exosphere
What is the primary reason for the very low thermal energy in the thermosphere despite its high temperature?
The fast movement of gas molecules and their significant spacing
What distinguishes the thermosphere from the exosphere?
The presence of a considerable number of gas molecules
What defines the temperature of the thermosphere?
The average kinetic energy of gas molecules
Why does the thermosphere have a very high temperature?
Due to the extremely fast movement of the gas molecules
Why does the thermosphere have low thermal energy despite its high temperature?
The gas molecules in the thermosphere are spaced far apart, resulting in low thermal energy.
What is the main factor contributing to the high temperature in the thermosphere?
Extremely fast movement of gas molecules
Which layer extends beyond the thermosphere?
Exosphere
What does the term 'thermal energy' refer to?
Total kinetic energy of gas molecules
Test your knowledge of the extreme temperatures and properties of the thermosphere with this quiz. Explore the characteristics and phenomena of this outer layer of the Earth's atmosphere.
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