Class 11 Geography - Chapter 7: Composition and Structure of Atmosphere
Understand the layers and gases of the Earth’s atmosphere in Class 11 Geography Chapter 7. Learn how each atmospheric layer plays a role in climate and life.
Overview
This chapter explores the components of the Earth’s atmosphere, its layered structure, and the role each layer plays in supporting life and climate regulation.
Why This Chapter Matters
Understanding atmospheric composition and structure is key to grasping weather patterns, climate change, and the environmental balance of our planet.
Real-Life Applications
- Identifying the major gases and their proportion in the atmosphere.
- Understanding the structure of the atmosphere: troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere.
- Recognizing the role of the atmosphere in protecting life and regulating temperature.
Skills You Will Learn
- Analyzing the vertical structure of the atmosphere with diagrams.
- Explaining how different layers interact with solar radiation.
- Correlating atmospheric layers with phenomena like weather, auroras, and satellite movement.
Explore and Test Your Knowledge
Practice Test
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Flashcards
Q: Which gases make up the bulk of Earth’s atmosphere?
A: Nitrogen (78%) and Oxygen (21%).
A: Nitrogen (78%) and Oxygen (21%).
Q: Which layer of the atmosphere is responsible for weather phenomena?
A: The Troposphere.
A: The Troposphere.
Q: What is the role of the Ozone layer and where is it located?
A: It absorbs harmful UV radiation and is located in the Stratosphere.
A: It absorbs harmful UV radiation and is located in the Stratosphere.
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