1.1 - Composition of the Atmosphere
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Practice Questions
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What gas makes up the majority of the atmosphere?
💡 Hint: Think about the most common gas in the air you breathe.
Percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere?
💡 Hint: This is critical for breathing.
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Which gas is most abundant in the atmosphere?
💡 Hint: Think about the common gases in the air.
True or False: Carbon dioxide makes up 0.04% of the atmosphere.
💡 Hint: Recall the gas percentages we discussed.
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Challenge Problems
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How would an increase in carbon dioxide affect the temperature of Earth's surface? Discuss the mechanisms behind this increase.
💡 Hint: Think about how greenhouses work!
Illustrate the difference between how natural and human activities affect the atmosphere's composition.
💡 Hint: Compare natural carbon cycles with industrial emissions.
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