Concept information

atmosphere > atmospheric structure

Preferred term

atmospheric structure  

Definition

  • The gaseous area surrounding the planet is divided into several concentric spherical strata (layers, like shells) separated by narrow transition zones. The boundaries are know as "pause". More than 99% of the total atmospheric mass is concentrated in the first 40 km from the Earth's surface. Atmospheric layers are characterized by differences in chemical composition that produce variations in temperature.

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/641

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