What Does the Atmosphere Do Crash Course Geography

The video explores the Earth's atmosphere, comparing it to a cell membrane. It discusses the atmosphere's composition, its layers, and the energy budget that balances solar and terrestrial radiation. The natural greenhouse effect is explained, along with human impacts on climate change. The video also covers how energy is distributed globally, affecting weather and climate patterns.

What is the primary function of the cell's membrane?

How does the atmosphere act as a protective layer for Earth?

What are the four main layers of the atmosphere?

Explain the significance of the ozone layer in the stratosphere.

Describe how energy from the sun is absorbed and reradiated by the Earth.

What role do convection currents play in the atmosphere?

What is the greenhouse effect and why is it important for life on Earth?

How do human activities impact the concentrations of greenhouse gases?

What are the consequences of an unbalanced atmospheric energy system?

How does the tilt and movement of the Earth affect solar energy distribution?