Overview of the Earth’s Atmosphere
Composition of the Atmosphere
The Early Atmosphere
Vertical Structure of the Atmosphere
A Brief Look at Air Pressure
and Air Density
Layers of the Atmosphere
Focus on an Observation:
The Radiosonde
The Ionosphere
Weather and Climate
A Satellite’s View of the Weather
Storms of All Sizes
A Look at a Weather Map
Weather and Climate in Our Lives
Focus on a Special Topic:
Meteorology—A Brief History
Summary
Key Terms
Questions for Review
Questions for Thought and Exploration
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