Layers of the Atmosphere

Vertical Structure of the Atmosphere

Discussion Questions

1. Why are the four major layers of the atmosphere separated where they are?
    A: The four major layers of the atmosphere are separated because of temperature.
2. What increases the temperature in the stratosphere?
    A: The absorption of UV rays from the sun of the ozone layer increases the temperature in the atmosphere.
3. Can planes fly in the mesosphere? Why or why not?
    A: No. It is because the oxygen is insufficient and the atmospheric pressure is too low for an aircraft for an aircraft engine to work.
4. On what does the temperature in the thermosphere depend?
    A: The temperature in the thermosphere depend on the weather of the sun is active or not.