Question

The density of gas particles in a section of Earth’s atmosphere decreases. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for this event?

The air pressure in that section of Earth’s atmosphere decreased.
The air pressure in that section of Earth’s atmosphere increased.
The total number of gas particles in Earth’s atmosphere decreased.
The total number of gas particles in Earth’s atmosphere increased.

Answer 1

As altitude increases, temperature decreases. What is the relationship between atmospheric pressure and the density of gas particles in an area of decreasing pressure? As air pressure in an area decreases, the density of the gas particles in that area decreases.