Question detail
What is the approximate percentage of nitrogen in the Earth's atmosphere?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
The composition and evolution of the Earth's atmosphere
Question
- A. 80 percent
- B. 20 percent
- C. 50 percent
- D. 10 percent
Answer
The correct option is 80 percent. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to interpret simple data showing the proportions of gases in the atmosphere in the subtopic The proportions of different gases in the atmosphere.
Explanation
The correct option is 80 percent. 80 percent is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to interpret simple data showing the proportions of gases in the atmosphere. This belongs to the subtopic The proportions of different gases in the atmosphere within The composition and evolution of the Earth's atmosphere, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from The proportions of different gases in the atmosphere.
Common mistake
Misinterpreting Gas Proportions
Students often misinterpret data showing the proportions of gases in the atmosphere, confusing the percentages of nitrogen and oxygen.
To fix this, carefully review the data and remember that nitrogen makes up about 80% and oxygen about 20% of the atmosphere.
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