Layers of Atmosphere & Air Pressure

Front

Warm air is ______ dense than cool air. Warm air rises and cool air sinks.

Back

less

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere do we live in?

Back

troposphere

Front

The gas that makes up the LARGEST percentage of the atmosphere is __________.

Back

nitrogen

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is the hottest?

Back

thermosphere

Front

What is the measure of the force of the gases (air) pushing down on the Earth's surface called?

Back

air pressure

Front

What are the five layers of the atmosphere in order from the Earth's surface?

Back

troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, exosphere

Front

What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

Back

To protect the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Front

How does air pressure change with altitude?

Back

Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

Front

What is the role of the stratosphere in weather patterns?

Back

It contains the ozone layer and stabilizes weather patterns.

Front

What happens to warm air when it rises?

Back

It expands and cools as it rises.