Vocabulary Section 1

Question 1

The relatively thin layer of gases that form earths outer most layer

Answer 1

Atmosphere

Question 2

The pressure caused by the weight of a column of air, pushing down on an area

Answer 2

Air pressure

Question 3

Elevation above sea level

Answer 3

Altitude

Question 4

The horizontal movement of air from an area of high-pressure

Answer 4

Wind