Atmospheric Layers:  The concept of Atmospheric Layers

Atmospheric Layers: The concept of Atmospheric Layers

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Geography, Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry

1st - 9th Grade

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The video explains Earth's atmosphere, focusing on the troposphere and stratosphere. The troposphere, where weather occurs, contains nitrogen, oxygen, and water vapor. It traps heat, making Earth habitable. The stratosphere, with its ozone layer, protects life from ultraviolet radiation. The video also briefly introduces the mesosphere and thermosphere, which shield Earth from high-energy solar radiation.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the differences in air movement between the troposphere and the stratosphere.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What happens to thunderstorms when they reach the stratosphere?

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