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Atmosphere
Question | Answer |
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What are two gases that were once in Earth's atmosphere? | Hydrogen and helium, they floated into space because the gravity was not strong enough |
What percent of our atmosphere is oxygen? | 21% |
Name three things that trap heat, which leads to global warming. | Water vapor, clouds, and carbon dioxide |
Which planet does not have an atmosphere? | Mercury |
If a large area was deforested, would that area be warmer or colder? | Warmer, plants use carbon dioxide; less in the atmosphere causes the area to sligthly warm |
Why can meteor impacts and volcanic eruptions cool the planet? | Both throw large amounts of dust and ash in to the atmosphere which blocks out the sun, causing a cooler planet |
True or False: Over geologic time, the Earth's atmosphere has remained similar to what it once was. | False, it has changed throughout time. |
Oceans and plants are known as carbon _____ because they reduce carbon in the atmosphere. | Sinks |
Describe the atmosphere of Mars. | Thin, cold, has no greenhouse effect |
What is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere? | Nitrogen |