Structure and Composition of the Atmosphere

Question 1

Joe, a hiker, stands at the top of a hill on a trail above the ocean. Joe's friend Dave is just starting out at the trailhead, which is at the beach.Which statement about this scenario is accurate?

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If Joe keeps going up, air pressure will continue to decrease.

Question 2

Which gas in Earth’s atmosphere has increased over time due to burning fossil fuels?

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carbon dioxide

Question 3

Which correctly lists three characteristics that are used to describe air?

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mass, pressure, density

Question 4

Which phrase describes air density?

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equals mass divided by volume

Question 5

The image shows a representation of mountains of various heights, numbered 1, 2, and 3. The plain is labeled number 4.

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1

Question 6

As altitude increases, what happens to air pressure?

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It decreases.

Question 7

Which gas is most abundant in Earth’s atmosphere?

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nitrogen

Question 8

Which gas in Earth’s atmosphere forms ozone?

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oxygen

Question 9

Which atmospheric layer gets warmer as altitude increases and contains the ozone layer?

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stratosphere

Question 10

Which word describes the amount of matter an object contains?

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mass

Structure and Composition of the Atmosphere Answers

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