Question 1

Methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are greenhouse gases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A radiosonde ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  measures particulate matter in the atmosphere 
B)  monitors surface weather conditions in remote areas 
C)  measures the vertical distribution of atmospheric temperature, pressure, and humidity 
D)  uses radio waves to determine the height of the ionosphere

Question 3

Air density is greatest in the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  heterosphere 
B)  thermosphere 
C)  ionosphere 
D)  homosphere

Question 4

If the weather forecast predicts the arrival of a warm front to your area for the weekend, should you expect RAIN or CLEAR SKIES?

Accepted Answer

The answer of If the weather forecast predicts the arrival...

Question 5

Average atmospheric CO2 concentrations have ____ over the past 100 years.

Accepted Answer

A)  slightly decreased 
B)  remained constant 
C)  significantly decreased 
D)  increased

Exam 1: The Earths Atmosphere

Methane (CH₄), nitrous oxide (N₂O), and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are greenhouse gases.

A radiosonde ____.

Air density is greatest in the ____.

If the weather forecast predicts the arrival of a warm front to your area for the weekend, should you expect RAIN or CLEAR SKIES?

Average atmospheric CO₂ concentrations have ____ over the past 100 years.