Layers
This layer of the atmosphere is where most weather occurs
What is the troposphere.
This atmospheric phenomenon traps heat from the sun, warming the Earth's surface
What does IAQ stand for
What is Indoor Air Quality
Climate is longterm while weather is this
What is the mesosphere
This gas makes up the majority of Earth's atmosphere, comprising about 78% of its volume.
What is Nitrogen
Particulate matter from wildfires and volcanoes can put these into the atmosphere
what are aerosols
This process involves the change of water vapor into liquid water, often leading to the formation of clouds
What is condensation
This forms when two air masses meet
In this layer, our magnetic field and solar activity interact
What is the Thermosphere
This gas is known as O3
What is ozone
The buildup of this greenhouse gas in the atmosphere contributes to global warming and climate change.
what is carbon dioxide
Fluffy clouds that look like pillows and make shapes in the sky
What are cumulus
CP
This layer of the atmosphere is crucial for protecting life on Earth by absorbing most of the Sun's UV
These gases are trace gases in the atmosphere: Ar and CO2
This type of air pollution occurs when pollutants react with sunlight
What is smog
These clouds indicate a temperature or weather change
What is cirrus
Air Mass that forms over the Gulf of Mexico
What is Warm and Wet - MT
This layer of the atmosphere sees great temperature increase
What is thermosphere
This potent greenhouse gas is being released by melting permafrost
What is methane
Acid rain is caused by the release of acidic compounds into the atmosphere, which then combine with water vapor. Name one compound.
What are sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides
Tornadoes typically form from rotating columns of air within these large, rotating thunderstorm systems.
What are supercells
Both of these air masses are cold and dry
What is CA and CP