layers of the atmosphere

Layers of the AtmosphereBy: Mr. Jaime D. Peña

Here is a view of the Atmosphere Layers

Troposphere• It is the layer we live in.• Most of Earth´s weather, such as clouds, storms,

rain or snow, happens here.• Reaches approximately up to 11kms above our

heads.• The temperature decreases (gets colder) as the

altitude increases.

Stratosphere• The temperature in the stratosphere rises, or gets

hotter as the altitude increases.• This heat is caused by ultraviolet light that is

absorbed by the ozone layer.• At the top of he Stratosphere, it gets cold again.

Mesosphere• In the Mesosphere, temperatures decrease again• At 85kms above Earth´s surface, it is the coldest

place in the Atmosphere.• Most meteorites burn up within the Mesosphere

because of friction with air molecules.

Thermosphere• The uppermost layer of the atmosphere.• The International Space Station orbits in this layer

at 322kms. above our heads.• The thermosphere got its name because of its

extreme heat. This layer absorb high solar radiation.