BILL NYE ATMOSFERA

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun, keeping the planet warm.

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What is the troposphere?

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The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere where weather occurs.

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

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Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

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What is the main function of the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere protects life on Earth by providing oxygen, regulating temperature, and shielding from harmful solar radiation.

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What is the relationship between altitude and temperature?

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Generally, as altitude increases, temperature decreases.

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What is the role of carbon dioxide in the greenhouse effect?

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Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the significance of the ozone layer?

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The ozone layer absorbs most of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, protecting living organisms on Earth.

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular region over an extended period.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in the atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.