Layers of the Atmosphere

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Which layer of the atmosphere do we live in?

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Troposphere: The lowest layer of the atmosphere where we live, and where weather occurs.

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What is the layer of gases that surrounds the planet and makes conditions on Earth suitable for living things?

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Atmosphere: A layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life.

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This gas makes up 21% of the atmosphere.

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Oxygen: A vital gas for respiration in living organisms.

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This layer of the atmosphere contains most of the ozone.

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Stratosphere: The second layer of the atmosphere, where the ozone layer is located.

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What causes the temperature to increase in the stratosphere?

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Ozone: Absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the sun, warming the stratosphere.

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What is the layer above the troposphere?

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Stratosphere: The layer above the troposphere, characterized by a temperature increase with altitude.

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What is the uppermost layer of the atmosphere?

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Exosphere: The outermost layer of the atmosphere, where atmospheric particles are very sparse.

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What is the layer of the atmosphere where most weather occurs?

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Troposphere: The layer where clouds, rain, and storms form.

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What is the main gas in the atmosphere?

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Nitrogen: Comprises about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the layer of the atmosphere that protects us from meteoroids?

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Mesosphere: The layer where most meteoroids burn up upon entering the atmosphere.