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Structure and Composition of the Atmosphere

Question 3 • RMA FL-2001310-Earth/Space Science Semester 2

As altitude increases, what happens to air pressure?

Answer
A
It fluctuates.
B
It increases.
C
It decreases.
D
It stays the same.

Explanation

Air pressure decreases as altitude increases because there is less air above you pressing down. Therefore, the correct choice is “It decreases.”

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