CpE 1A Chemistry of the Atmosphere Quiz

What is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Argon

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

What is the primary function of the ozone layer?

• Regulating temperature

• Absorbing harmful UV radiation

• Creating weather patterns

• Supplying oxygen for respiration

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

• Methane (CH4)

• Nitrous Oxide (N2O)

• Oxygen (O2)

What is the main cause of acid rain?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Deforestation

• Ozone depletion

Which of the following is a major human impact on the nitrogen cycle?

• Increased nitrogen fixation by bacteria

• Reduced nitrogen deposition in ecosystems

• Increased use of fertilizers

• Decreased use of fossil fuels

What is the primary source of oxygen in Earth's atmosphere?

• Respiration

• Combustion

• Photosynthesis

• Decomposition

What is the main goal of the Montreal Protocol?

• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions

• Phase out ozone-depleting substances

• Protect endangered species

• Promote sustainable agriculture

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of climate change?

• Rising sea levels

• Changes in weather patterns

• Increased ozone depletion

• Ocean acidification

Which layer of the atmosphere is characterized by extremely high temperatures due to absorption of solar radiation?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere