The Lower 80 Kilometers or So in the Atmosphere in Which

question 46

Multiple Choice

The lower 80 kilometers or so in the atmosphere in which gases are found in uniform proportions is the ________.

• A) heterosphere
• B) homosphere
• C) ionosphere
• D) exosphere
• E) stratosphere

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Definitions:

Tapeworm

A parasitic flatworm that lives in the digestive tract of vertebrates as adults, often causing health issues such as weight loss or nutrient deficiencies.

Hookworm

A parasitic nematode that lives in the small intestine of its host, which can be humans, and causes anemia and malnutrition through blood loss.

Trichinosis

Infection caused by the roundworm Trichinella spiralis.

Nematocysts

Specialized cells in the tentacles of cnidarians such as jellyfish, used for capturing prey and defense through the release of toxins.