Atmosphere Assessment

Front

Why is Earth's atmosphere important?

Back

It protects Earth from the Sun's harmful rays.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere contains rain, snow, and clouds?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the approximate altitude of the mesosphere?

Back

50-80 KM above the surface.

Front

What is the uppermost layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Exosphere.

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere can temperatures around 100°C be found?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

Back

To absorb and protect against the Sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Front

What is the layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs?

Back

Troposphere.

Front

What is the temperature trend in the stratosphere?

Back

Temperature increases with altitude due to the absorption of UV radiation by the ozone layer.

Front

What is the significance of the thermosphere?

Back

It contains the ionosphere, which is important for radio communication.

Front

What is the main component of Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen (approximately 78%).