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Guided Notes for Earths Atmosphere

What is the atmosphere?


The atmosphere is a that
surround the Earth
Atmos: Greek for a
The Earths holds the atmosphere in
place all around the planet
All have an atmosphere
We call ours and it makes possible
on Earth

What is the atmosphere made of?


The Earths atmosphere today is mainly made of
gas (78%)
Nitrogen cannot combine with the
found in Earths a
The next most common gas is
(21%)
Most of the oxygen on Earth is in
and other a like soil
, , and other gases
make up the rest (~1%)
Carbon dioxide only makes up
of the atmosphere

Greenhouse Effect
When the Sun's gets in
the Earths atmosphere and release a
Greenhouse gases include ,
water vapor, m , and nitrous oxide
The of Earths atmosphere allows
for life to survive and is a s

Earths Ozone Layer


The is found in the Earths
a
Ozone is a occurring gas that
the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
weakens the ozone layer and allows
more a ato reach the Earth's surface.
For people, this radiation can lead to
, cataracts, and immune systems.
What Pollutes the Air?
The sources of greenhouse gas
in the United States are:






There are air pollutants that to
greenhouse gases or the ozone layer:



What is Global Warming?
Global warming: a in the
overall
A of the earth's atmosphere
Global warming is a ,
process that has happened in the past
We as humans have the process
through pollution and our industry (machines)
This adds greenhouse gases to the
and also destroys the a

What are the Effects of Global Warming


Increase in temperatures and
temperature a s
Extreme weather

and melting
Sea levels and becoming more
a
Animals changing their
or being driven to a
Diseases and pathogens are
being released

What can We Do?


Support
(solar or wind)
and plastic, paper, and
glass
Eat locally-produced and organic food and
on meats and dairy
the use of lights, electricity,
heating/AC, and other appliances
Walk, bike, or carpool to or
to reduce the use of a
Research how you, personally, can reduce your
a
A s

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