Atmosphere Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the Troposphere end?
A
The Troposphere ends at 12 kilometers.
2
Q
Where does the Stratosphere end?
A
The Stratosphere ends at 50 kilometers.
3
Q
Where does the Mesosphere end?
A
The Mesosphere ends at 85 kilometers.
4
Q
Where does the Thermosphere end?
A
The Thermosphere ends at 690 kilometers.
5
Q
Where does the Exosphere end?
A
The exosphere ends at 10,000 kilometers.
6
Q
What is convection?
A
Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid caused by molecular motion.
7
Q
What is conduction?
A
Conduction is the transfer of heat or electric current from one substance or another by direct contact.
8
Q
What is radiation?
A
Radiation is energy that is radiated or transmitted in the form of ray, waves, or particles.
