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DEFINITIONS
WHICH LAYER?
SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS
LIFE ON EARTH
CLIMATE AND THE ATMOSPHERE
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What is weather?
A set of atmospheric conditions at a specific time.
100
In which layer of the atmosphere is the air we breathe?
The troposphere
100
What scientific instrument measures the temperature in the air?
Thermometers.
100
What can we do to protect our skin when we are outdoors?
Wear sunscreen and a hat
100
Name 3 ways we can prevent pollution.
Drive cars less, use less electricity, conserve water, etc.
200
What is climate?
The name we give to the typical atmospheric conditions in a place.
200
Which layer of the atmosphere is the furthest from Earth's surface?
The ionosphere
200
What scientific instrument measures precipitation?
Rain gauges.
200
What can we do to protect our eyes when we are outdoors?
Wear sunglasses
200
How many layers of gases make up the atmosphere?
Three
300
What is the atmosphere?
It is made up of three layers of gases surrounding the Earth.
300
In which layer of the atmosphere does weather occur?
The troposphere
300
What scientific instrument measures the air pressure?
Barometers.
300
How can we stay hydrated?
Drink lots of water.
300
Name 2 factors that influence climate.
Temperature, precipitation, location, water, etc.
400
What is a weather forecast?
Predictions about the weather represented on weather maps.
400
In which layer of the atmosphere do jet planes fly?
The stratosphere
400
What scientific instrument tells us the direction of the wind?
Weather vanes.
400
Are countries near the Equator warmer or hotter than others?
Warmer
400
Which type of climate has the most precipitation?
Mountain climates
500
What type of scientists use instruments to measure the atmospheric conditions?
Meteorologists
500
In which layer of the atmosphere is the ozone layer?
The stratosphere.
500
What scientific instrument measures the speed of the wind?
Anemometers
500
What are the three main temperature zones of Earth?
Hot, temperate, and cold.
500
Where in the world is the biggest hole in the ozone layer?
Over Australia