Layers of the Atmosphere Flashcard

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to Earth's surface?

Back

Troposphere

Front

Where is the ozone layer located?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is the coldest?

Troposphere

,

Stratosphere

,

Mesosphere

,

Thermosphere

Back

Mesosphere

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

Where do satellites and space shuttles orbit?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere merges with outer space?

Back

Exosphere

Front

What is the most abundant gas in the atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen

Front

Which gas is vital to living things?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What is the third most common gas in the atmosphere?

Back

Argon

Front

Which gas is important for photosynthesis and is a greenhouse gas?

Back

Carbon Dioxide