The Atmosphere Is Densest Closest to the Surface of Earth

question 51

Multiple Choice

The atmosphere is densest closest to the surface of Earth because

• A)the types of gases are different compared to higher up in the atmosphere.
• B)the force of gravity decreases closer to Earth's surface.
• C)solar wind strips the atmosphere of oxygen molecules close to Earth's surface.
• D)the weight of the gas higher in the atmosphere pushes down on the gas below.

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