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Sciene Test 2015
Term | Definition |
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Atmoshpere | The mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth. |
Air Pressure | The measure of force particles are applying. |
Troposphere | The lowest layer of the atmosphere. |
Stratosphere | The second layer of the atmosphere. |
Mesosphere | The third layer of the atmosphere. |
Ionosphere | The lower part of the thermosphere. |
Thermosphere | The uppermost layer of the atmosphere. |
Exosphere | Where space starts. |
Ozone Layer | Layer of the Earth from 15 to 40 km, where most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation is absorbed. |
Greenhouse Effect | When gases absorb and give off radiation. |
Thermal Energy | Measure of total kinetic energy. |
Thermal Expansion | Increase in volume because of temperature. |
Heat | Energy transferred between objects. |
Radiation | Transfer by electromagnetic waves. |
Convection | Transfer of heat by movement of matter |
Conduction | Transfer of heat by direct contact. |
Wind | Movement of air because of a change in pressure and unequal heating. |