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The Evolution Of The Atmosphere Flashcards

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How was the early atmosphere formed?

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Volcanoes that have erupted and releasing lots of gases

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How were oceans formed?

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water vapour that condensed

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What are the three phases of the evolution of the atmosphere?

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  1. Volcanoes gave out gases
  2. oceans, algae, and green plants absorbed carbon dioxide
  3. Green plants and algae produced oxygen
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What is coal made from?

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A sedimentary rock made from thick plant deposits

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What is crude oil made from?

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Deposits of plankton

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