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What does the combining form 'tropo' mean?
What does the combining form 'strato' represent?
What are the four layers of the Earth?
Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core
Which layer contains almost all weather activity?
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In which layer are meteors predominantly spotted?
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What is the chemical formula for ozone?
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Which layer do astronauts enter first when returning from space?
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Layers are classified according to changes in __________.
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Which layer absorbs ultraviolet radiation?
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Which layer can I find the ozone layer?
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Which layer reacts with the sun's radiation to create the Aurora Borealis?
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Which layer is divided into ionosphere and the exosphere?
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Define atmosphere.
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Study Notes
Atmosphere and Its Layers
- The atmosphere consists of layers defined by temperature, including the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere.
- The crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core are the four main layers of the Earth.
Troposphere
- Almost all weather phenomena occur in the troposphere, the lowest layer of the atmosphere.
Stratosphere
- The ozone layer, which absorbs harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, is primarily located in the lower portion of the stratosphere at altitudes of 20 to 30 kilometers (12 to 19 miles).
Mesosphere and Meteor Showers
- Meteors enter the atmosphere and are typically spotted within the mesosphere, the layer above the stratosphere.
Exosphere
- The exosphere is the first layer astronauts encounter when re-entering from space.
Ionosphere
- The ionosphere interacts with solar radiation, leading to phenomena such as the Aurora Borealis.
Ozone
- The chemical formula for ozone is O₃, representing its molecular composition.
Temperature Classification
- Atmospheric layers are classified based on variations in temperature, marking the boundaries between each layer.
Atmospheric Envelope
- The term "atmosphere" refers to the envelope of gases that surrounds the Earth or any other planet.
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Explore the meanings and applications of the combining forms 'tropo' and 'strato'. This quiz features definitions that relate to atmospheric terms and their uses in compound words. Strengthen your vocabulary in the context of meteorology and related fields.
