Atmospheric Layers Quiz

In what layer of the atmosphere do all weather events occur?

• Troposphere

• Exosphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

In the troposphere, the temperature _____ as altitude increases.

• Increases

• Stays the same

• Goes up and down

• Decreases

Why is the ozone layer vital to life on Earth?

• It is made up of oxygen (O2)

• It causes clouds to be created

• Planes fly in the ozone layer

• It shields the Earth from ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun

In which layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up?

• Thermosphere

• Exosphere

• Troposphere

• Mesosphere

This layer is the hottest layer of the atmosphere?

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere