Question

atmospheric layers quick check

Answer 1

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1. Troposphere: This is the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere where weather occurs. It extends from the surface up to about 10-15 kilometers.

2. Stratosphere: Above the troposphere is the stratosphere, which extends up to about 50 kilometers. The ozone layer is located in the lower stratosphere and helps to protect the Earth from harmful UV radiation.

3. Mesosphere: The mesosphere is the third layer of the atmosphere, extending from about 50-85 kilometers above the Earth's surface. This is where meteoroids burn up as they enter the Earth's atmosphere.

4. Thermosphere: The thermosphere extends from about 85 kilometers up to 600 kilometers. This layer is where the International Space Station orbits and where the auroras occur.

5. Exosphere: The exosphere is the outermost layer of the Earth's atmosphere, extending from about 600 kilometers and gradually fading into outer space. It is composed of very sparse particles and is where satellites orbit.