10.3 Atmosphere and Air Temperature Flashcards
1
Q
The angle at which sunlight strikes Earth’s surface. A word short for incoming solar radiation.
A
insolation
2
Q
The air that surrounds Earth.
A
atmosphere
3
Q
The layer closest to Earth’s surface.
A
troposphere
4
Q
Force put on a given area by the weight of the air above it.
A
air pressure
5
Q
Simply what the troposphere is like at any given place and time.
A
weather
6
Q
The tool air pressure is measured with.
A
barometer
