AP®︎ Environmental Science: Topic 4.4 Practice Test

Prepare for your quiz, test, or the AP exam with focused practice questions on Topic 4.4 of AP Environmental Science – Earth’s Atmosphere.


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Question 1 Easy

This question tests the following: ERT-4.D.1

What is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?

ACarbon Dioxide
BOxygen
CNitrogen
DMethane

What You’re Being Tested On:

Explore the learning objectives taken directly from the College Board’s AP® Environmental Science Curriculum. Ensure you’re prepared for the exact topics covered on the AP® exam, in-class tests, and quizzes, and gain confidence in your mastery of the material.

Topic 4.4: Earth’s Atmosphere

Learning Objective: ERT-4.D

Describe the structure and composition of the Earth’s atmosphere.

Essential Knowledge: ERT-4.D.1

The atmosphere is made up of major gases, each with its own relative abundance.

Essential Knowledge: ERT-4.D.2

The layers of the atmosphere are based on temperature gradients and include the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere.