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Atmosphere
The atmosphere and its layers
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Troposphere | The first layer of the atmosphere where all weather happens. |
| Stratosphere | The second layer of the atmosphere where planes fly and where the ozone layer is. |
| Mesosphere | The third layer of the atmosphere where meteors burn up in. |
| Ionosphere | The fourth layer of the atmosphere where radio waves reflect off satellites |
| Thermosphere | The fifth layer of the atmosphere where the atmosphere finishes |
| Ozone layer | A layer in the stratosphere which protects us from harmful radiation. |