What is the thermosphere?

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The thermosphere is the layer of the atmosphere above the mesosphere, characterized by high temperatures and the presence of the ionosphere, where auroras occur.
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What are the layers of the atmosphere from top to bottom?
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The layers of the atmosphere from top to bottom are: thermosphere, mesosphere, stratosphere, and troposphere.
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Where do meteors begin to burn up?
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Meteors begin to burn up in the mesosphere, which is located above the stratosphere and below the thermosphere.
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Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?
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The ozone layer is located in the stratosphere, which is the second layer of the atmosphere.
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What is the stratosphere?
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The stratosphere is the layer of the atmosphere above the troposphere and below the mesosphere, known for containing the ozone layer.
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What is the role of the ozone layer?
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The ozone layer protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
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What phenomena can be observed in the thermosphere?
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The aurora borealis (Northern Lights) can be observed in the thermosphere.
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