Chemistry of the atmosphere Flashcards

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What do I mean by atmosphere?

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The thin layer of gases that are held to a planet/ moon by gravity.

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What is the composition of our atmosphere?

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78% Nitrogen, 21% Oxygen, 1% other gases

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What is a greenhouse gas?

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A gas which absorbs and reflects infrared radiation.

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What is climate change?

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Change in global temperature and weather patterns.

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What is incomplete combustion?

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When a carbon fuel does not completely react with oxygen. This results in excess carbon being made.

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