Science Worksheet · Grades 5–8
The Layers of the Atmosphere Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 5-8 on the layers of the atmosphere. Students study a labeled diagram of the five layers, match eight clues to the correct terms, then answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
The Layers of the Atmosphere, earth science
Lesson Length
25 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
Earth is wrapped in layers of gases that protect us and make weather possible. This worksheet teaches the five layers of the atmosphere in order – troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere – plus the ozone layer and air pressure.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines each layer and includes a labeled black-and-white cross-section diagram of the five layers. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions about the atmosphere, the troposphere, the ozone layer, and air pressure.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with the term for every clue and sample short answers. The worksheet pairs well with the Weather and the Water Cycle worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and study the labeled diagram of the five layers.
Match each clue in Section A on page 1 to the correct term.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Weather Worksheet or the Clouds and Precipitation Worksheet.
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The Layers of the Atmosphere Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 5-8 on the layers of the atmosphere. Students study a labeled diagram of the five layers, match eight clues to the correct terms, then answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
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