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The following is the topic for the paper you will write and submit: “Discuss the

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The following is the topic for the paper you will write and submit:

“Discuss the layers of the atmosphere."

Address the following questions in the paper:

1. How are the layers defined?

2. How many layers does the Earth's atmosphere contain?

Your responsibilities are the following:

1) Adequate research and critical thinking are the foundation for your paper. The paper will be approximately 1,000 words.

2) Follow: The Basics of MLA Style Format, as noted in Activities. Use at least three references including your textbook and refer to them appropriately in the text of your paper and a reference page at the end of your paper. Use appropriate grammar, punctuation, and SPELL CHECK YOUR PAPER!

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Explanation / Answer

1. Layers are defined with respect to the temperature range and the nature of change in temperature with change in altitude from the surface of the Earth.

2. In this way, Earth's atmosphere can be divided (called atmospheric stratification) into five main layers. Excluding the exosphere, Earth has four primary layers, which are the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, and thermosphere. From highest to lowest, the five main layers are: