What happens to air pressure as we move upwards in the atmospheric layers?

Air Pressure and Wind Dynamics

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Amelia Wright
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It remains the same.
It fluctuates.
It increases.
It decreases.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the practical example, why is it easier to move from point A to point B?
Because you are only carrying your body weight.
Because the weather is better.
Because the distance is shorter.
Because you are moving downhill.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to the speed of your movement when you carry additional weight?
It increases.
It fluctuates.
It remains the same.
It decreases.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does increased wind speed affect the pressure exerted by the air?
It increases the pressure.
It has no effect on the pressure.
It fluctuates the pressure.
It decreases the pressure.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the paper strip activity, what happens to the strip when you blow over it?
It tears apart.
It moves upwards.
It remains stationary.
It moves downwards.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the paper strip move upwards when you blow over it?
Because the air pressure above the strip increases.
Because the air pressure below the strip decreases.
Because the air pressure below the strip remains the same.
Because the air pressure above the strip decreases.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What causes the movement of air from one region to another?
Temperature differences.
Humidity differences.
Pressure differences.
Altitude differences.
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