Chemistry: Chemistry of the Atmosphere

Question 1

what was phase 1 of the evolution of the atmosphere

Answer 1

surface was covered in volcanoes that constantly released gases into the atmosphere

Question 2

what was phase 2 of the evolution of the atmosphere

Answer 2

Oceans, algae and green plants absorbed carbon dioxide

Question 3

what was phase 3 of the evolution of the atmosphere

Answer 3

Green plants and algae produced Oxygen through photosynthesis

Question 4

what are greenhouse gases

Answer 4

gases in the atmosphere that work as an insulating layer that traps/absorbs radiation keeping earth warm

Question 5

give 3 examples of greenhouse gases

Answer 5

water vapour, methane, carbon dioxide

Question 6

what are carbon footprints

Answer 6

measure of the amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases released over the full life cycle of something

Question 7

why is carbon monoxide bad

Answer 7

stop your blood from carrying oxygen around the body by binding to the haemoglobin in the body

Question 8

what can nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide in the atmosphere cause

Answer 8

acid rain