Topic 4: Lesson 1: The Atmosphere Flashcards
1
Q
the relatively thin layer of gases that form Earth’s outermost layer
A
atmosphere
2
Q
the pressure caused by weight of a column of air pushing down on an area
A
air pressure
3
Q
elevation above sea level
A
altitude
4
Q
the horizontal movement of from an area of high pressure to lower pressure
A
wind
5
Q
percent of Nitrogen in the atmosphere
A
78%
6
Q
percent of oxygen in the atmosphere
A
21%
7
Q
percent of other gases in the atmosphere
A
1%
8
Q
other gases composition
A
argon, carbon dioxide, methane, and ozone
9
Q
air pressure____________as altitude decreases
A
increases
10
Q
air pressure____________as altitude increases
A
decreases
