Theatmosphereis the blanket of gas that we call air that surrounds Earth. The atmosphere includes the rain that is falling through the air, clouds, and tiny suspended particles of dust (called aerosols) that are found in air.
The atmosphere is impacted by several different things. Some are natural influences, but others are influenced by humans.
Some of the major atmospheric topics include: Pollutants Released (CFCs, Carbon Dioxide, etc.), Ozone Layer Changes, and an overall increase in Greenhouse Gases.
An Introduction to the Atmosphere--Teacher Provided Information *If your research question is in the Atmosphere column you will start at one of the tutorials below:
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