What is the lowest layer of the atmosphere?
Layers of Atmosphere

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Physics
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8th Grade
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Hard
Nandini Sharma
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21 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
Troposphere
Mesosphere
Answer explanation
The lowest layer of the atmosphere is the Troposphere.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to outer space?
Mesosphere
Exosphere
Answer explanation
The exosphere is the layer of the atmosphere closest to space.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
Which layer of the atmosphere is famously known as the 'ignition layer' because it's where meteors burn up?
Thermosphere
Mesosphere
Answer explanation
The 'ignition layer' of the atmosphere, where meteors burn up, is known as the mesosphere.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
Which layer of the atmosphere has the highest temperature?
Thermosphere
Mesosphere
Answer explanation
The highest temperature in the atmosphere is found in the thermosphere.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
What is the outermost layer of the atmosphere where the ionosphere is found?
Mesosphere
Exosphere
Answer explanation
The outermost layer of the atmosphere where the ionosphere is found is the Exosphere.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
Which layer of the atmosphere is famously known as the 'icebox'?
troposphere
mesosphere
Answer explanation
The mesosphere is known as the coldest layer of the atmosphere.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 6 pts
Which layer of the atmosphere is known for containing the majority of Earth's weather systems?
Mesosphere
Troposphere
Answer explanation
The troposphere is known for containing the majority of Earth's weather systems, making it the correct choice.
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