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Introduction to the Atmosphere

Our planet is enveloped by an invisible, gaseous layer of air known as the atmosphere. Learn more about this, one of Earth's four spheres, which provides the air that we breathe, acts as a protective layer, and houses the energy exchanges between the Earth's surface and space which we commonly refer to as weather.
  1. Air Pressure (2)
  2. Atmosphere Basics (2)
  3. Circulations & Winds (7)
  4. Fire Weather (1)
  5. Fronts and Air Masses (4)
  6. Heating the Atmosphere (0)
  7. Oceanography and Weather (5)
  8. Photo Glossary
  9. Space Weather (8)
  10. Temperatures (10)

The Layers of the Atmosphere
The atmosphere is comprised of multiple layers (much like the skin of an onion). Explore the characteristics of each.

Free Weather Calculators
Weather calculations are easy even with complex forumlas with a weather calculator. The National Weather Service offers a series of calculators to help everyone from entusiasts, to students, to teachers.

10 Weather Articles
Weather articles are great way to learn about weather forecasting and news. Whether you are completing a research paper in science, or just love to talk about the weather, these articles are a list of some of the most important atmospheric science topics.

Are You Weather Ready?
Follow these safety tips for 7 severe weather situations.

Weather in the (Indoor) World Around You
The open air isn't the only place weather can be found.

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