Layers of the Atmosphere

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

Front

In the troposphere, how does temperature change with increasing altitude?

Back

Temperature decreases.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the Aurora Borealis?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

In which atmospheric layer do all weather events occur?

Back

Troposphere.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What layer contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere called?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the layer above the troposphere?

Back

Stratosphere.

Front

What is the significance of the ozone layer?

Back

It protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere.

Front

What is the temperature trend in the stratosphere as altitude increases?

Back

Temperature increases.