Why NASA Is Exploring The Edge Of Our Planet's Atmosphere

The video discusses the thinness of Earth's atmosphere and introduces NASA's GOLD mission, which studies the ionosphere. This atmospheric layer is crucial for communication and GPS signals, and is affected by both space and Earth's weather. The ionosphere is challenging to study due to its altitude, but NASA's GOLD mission uses airglow to monitor changes. GOLD provides rapid observations, helping scientists understand atmospheric dynamics. The study of space and the ionosphere is vital for technological advancements and future space exploration.

In what ways does space weather impact Earth's weather and communication systems?

Describe the role of the GOLD instrument in studying the upper atmosphere.