Layers of Atmosphere

Front

Our _________ is the layer of gases that surrounds our planet.

Back

atmosphere

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere do we live and weather occurs? Options: stratosphere, thermosphere, mesosphere, troposphere

Back

troposphere

Front

What percentage of our atmosphere is made of oxygen?

Back

21%

Front

Where is the ozone layer, which absorbs UV radiation, located in our atmosphere? Options: stratosphere, thermosphere, mesosphere, troposphere

Back

stratosphere

Front

Which layer of our atmosphere has no outer limits? (Hint: where satellites are located)

Back

exosphere

Front

About how much of the atmosphere contains nitrogen?

Back

78%

Front

In which layer of the atmosphere is the most water vapor found?

Back

troposphere

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere would jets fly in to avoid a thunderstorm?

Back

stratosphere

Front

As you ascend (go up) in the troposphere, what happens to the temperature?

Back

It decreases steadily

Front

How many layers of the atmosphere are there?

Back

5