Vertical Structure of the Atmosphere

 Discussion Questions 

• Why are the four major layers of the atmosphere separated where they are?  

               The major layers of the atmosphere is being separated for us to know what is the limitations and where is the right place to move on

• What increases the temperature in the stratosphere?

               The temperature increases with altitude.

• Can planes fly in the mesosphere? Why or why not?

               No, Because there is no ozone layer in the mesosphere. the oxygen in the mesosphere is not enough for us to breathe.

• On what does the temperature in the thermosphere depend?

               The temperature depends on the ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. 

|By: Sofia Nicole T. Bañas VII sikat| Naga City Science High School