Layers of the Atmosphere and Weather Review

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where all weather events occur?

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Troposphere

Front

What is the ozone layer a sublayer of?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

Why is the ozone layer important for life on Earth?

Back

It shields the Earth from ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up?

Back

Mesosphere

Front

What tool is used to measure air pressure?

Back

Barometer

Front

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that contains the ozone layer?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the main function of the troposphere?

Back

It is where weather occurs and where we live.

Front

What is the layer above the troposphere?

Back

Stratosphere

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere that protects us from meteors?

Back

Mesosphere