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8th Atmosphere Kuhn
8th Atmosphere - Kuhn
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| atmosphere | whole layer of air that surrounds Earth |
| altitude | distance above sea-level |
| density | amount of mass in a given volume |
| cycle | processes that are repeated over and over |
| radiation | energy that travels across distances in the form of certain types of waves |
| conduction | transfer of heat by direct contact |
| convection | transfer of heat by the motion of gas and liquid |
| ultraviolet radiation | has more energy than you can see |
| infared radiation | has less energy than you can see |
| ozone layer | protects Earth by absorbing harmful UV radiation |
| greenhouse effect | the warming of the atmosphere due to trapped gases |
| air pollution | smoke and other harmful materials in the air |
| particulate | tiny particles or droplets mixed with the air |
| fossil fuel | fuels formed by remains of prehistoric animals and plants |
| smog | combination of smoke and fog |