Regional Climate

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What is the ozone layer?

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A region in the stratosphere that absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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Where is the ozone layer located?

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In the stratosphere, which is the second layer of the Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the exosphere?

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The outermost layer of the atmosphere, where satellites orbit and there are no outer limits.

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What are Tradewinds?

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Nearly constant easterly winds that dominate most of the tropics and subtropics.

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What is a doldrum?

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A state of inactivity or stagnation, often referring to areas with little wind.

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In which layer of the atmosphere do we live?

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Troposphere, where weather occurs and where we experience the air we breathe.

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What is the stratosphere?

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The layer of the atmosphere above the troposphere, containing the ozone layer.

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What is the thermosphere?

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A layer of the atmosphere above the mesosphere, characterized by high temperatures and where the auroras occur.

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What is the ionosphere?

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A region of the atmosphere that is ionized by solar and cosmic radiation, important for radio communication.

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What is the difference between the troposphere and the stratosphere?

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The troposphere is where weather occurs and is closest to the Earth's surface, while the stratosphere contains the ozone layer and is above the troposphere.