Asked by vitor zucco on May 30, 2024
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Which letter in the diagram corresponds to the layer comprised of the troposphere and the stratosphere?
Troposphere
The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, where all weather takes place, extending up to about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the surface.
Stratosphere
The layer of the Earth's atmosphere above the troposphere, ranging approximately from 10 to 50 kilometers in altitude, known for its ozone layer that absorbs most of the sun's ultraviolet radiation.
Earth Layers
The division of Earth's structure into distinct layers, including the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core, each with its unique composition and physical properties.
- Contrast the Earth's spheres, such as the lithosphere and hydrosphere, along with their specific components.
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Learning Objectives
- Contrast the Earth's spheres, such as the lithosphere and hydrosphere, along with their specific components.