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Can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere that is closer to the sun the hotter the temperaturewhy or why not?
No, you cannot generalize that the higher layers of the atmosphere are hotter due to proximity to the sun. While the thermosphere, the uppermost layer, can reach high temperatures, this is due to the absorption of solar radiation rather than proximity to the sun. In contrast, the troposphere, which is closest to Earth's surface, typically experiences a decrease in temperature with altitude due to the way air pressure and heat distribution work. Thus, temperature behavior in the atmosphere is influenced by various factors, not just distance from the sun.
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From the graph can you generalize that the higher the layer of the athmosphere (that is closer to the sun) hotter temperature why or why not?
Based on the graph, can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere (that is closer to the sun), the hotter the temperature? Why or why not
Can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere (that is closer to the sun ) the hotter the temperature?
Not on your life. The highest layers of the atmosphere are the coldest, and the hottest season in the US occurs at the time when the Earth is farthest away from the sun.
From the graph can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere that si closer to the sun the hotter the temperature why or whynot?
No, you cannot generalize that the higher layers of the atmosphere are hotter just because they are closer to the sun. While it seems logical that proximity to the sun would correlate with higher temperatures, atmospheric layers experience different temperature gradients due to factors like pressure and composition. For example, in the troposphere, temperature decreases with altitude, while in the stratosphere, temperature increases with altitude due to the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer.
What are Molecules closer to the surface are more densely packed than those higher in the atmosphere because of the mass of gases pressing down from higher in the atmosphere?
Yes, molecules closer to the surface experience higher pressure due to the weight of the air above them, making them more densely packed. As you move higher in the atmosphere, there are fewer molecules above exerting pressure, resulting in lower density.
Does the temperature increase as you get higher up in the atmosphere?
As you get higher up in the atmosphere there is less and less air on top of your head so there is less weight, meaning there is less pressure. Gravity. Atmosphere will be more compact closer to Earth because particles in the air have mass and are thus pulled down by gravity.
From the graph can you generalize that the higher the layer of the athmosphere (that is closer to the sun) hotter temperature why or why not?
Based on the graph, can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere (that is closer to the sun), the hotter the temperature? Why or why not
Can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere that is closer to the sun the hotter the temperature?
Not on your life. The highest layers of the atmosphere are the coldest, and the hottest season in the US occurs at the time when the Earth is farthest away from the sun.
Can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere (that Is Closer To The Sun). The Hotter the Temperature?
Not on your life. The highest layers of the atmosphere are the coldest, and the hottest season in the US occurs at the time when the Earth is farthest away from the sun.
Can you generalize that the higher the layer of the atmosphere (that is closer to the sun ) the hotter the temperature?
Not on your life. The highest layers of the atmosphere are the coldest, and the hottest season in the US occurs at the time when the Earth is farthest away from the sun.
What is molecules closer to the surface that are more densely packed than those higher in the atmosphere because of gases pressing down from higher in the atmosphere?
Atmospheric pressure
What are Molecules closer to the surface are more densely packed than those higher in the atmosphere because of the mass of gases pressing down from higher in the atmosphere?
Yes, molecules closer to the surface experience higher pressure due to the weight of the air above them, making them more densely packed. As you move higher in the atmosphere, there are fewer molecules above exerting pressure, resulting in lower density.
As you get higher in the atmosphere does the particles get closer together or farther apart?
the particles get closer together because my class just talked about that stuff!!
How is air pressure effected by altitude?
With a higher altitude, there is a lower air pressure. This is caused by gravity pulling the gas molecules of our atmosphere closer to its surface. when the molecules are farther away from the Earth's surface the gravitational pull is weaker thus making the atmosphere thinner higher up and thicker closer to the surface.
Does the temperature increase as you get higher up in the atmosphere?
As you get higher up in the atmosphere there is less and less air on top of your head so there is less weight, meaning there is less pressure. Gravity. Atmosphere will be more compact closer to Earth because particles in the air have mass and are thus pulled down by gravity.
Why does it get colder when you higher because you actually getting closer to the sun?
As you go higher in the atmosphere, the air becomes less dense and is unable to trap heat as effectively. This causes the temperature to decrease, despite being closer to the sun. The warmth comes from the Earth's surface absorbing sunlight, rather than from proximity to the sun itself.
Is air denser at the earth's surface than in the atmosphere?
Yes, air density is higher at the Earth's surface compared to the atmosphere at higher altitudes. This is because gravity compresses the air molecules closer together near the surface, resulting in higher density. As you go higher in the atmosphere, air density decreases due to lower pressure and less gravitational force acting on the molecules.
Are stratus clouds or cirrus clouds found closer to the gound?
Stratus clouds are found closer to the ground compared to cirrus clouds. Stratus clouds usually form at low altitudes, while cirrus clouds are higher up in the atmosphere.
