Question

#1. Which layer of the atmosphere does the space shuttle travel in? #2. Which of the following is important for a temperature inversion? (Points : 3) two layers of warm air, one on top of the other a layer of cold air over one of warm air two layers of warm air a layer of warm air over a layer of cold air. #3. Earth's second atmosphere (atmosphere II) was a thick atmosphere of primarily water vapor and carbon dioxide. What effects did this have on earth? (Points : 3)

Helium and hydrogen gases escaped earth's gravity.
Heat energy was retained and water vapor condensed.
Ultraviolet light split water vapor into hydrogen and oxygen.
Increased oxygen allowed reptiles to thrive.

Answer 1

Thermosphere is your answer for #1.

Answer 2

1. Layer of the atmosphere does the space shuttle travel in Troposphere to Thermosphere.

2. Important for a temperature inversion is one on top of the other a layer of cold air over one of warm air.

3. Effect of water vapor and carbon dioxide is the heat energy was retained and water vapor condensed.