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N.K. Sharma
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Asked: January 9, 20242024-01-09T23:49:54+05:30 2024-01-09T23:49:54+05:30

Describe the regions of atmosphere based our chemical composition.

Describe the different parts of the atmosphere according to our chemical makeup.

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      2024-01-09T23:50:35+05:30Added an answer on January 9, 2024 at 11:50 pm

      The Earth's atmosphere is divided into several layers, primarily based on temperature gradients. However, when considering chemical composition, the atmosphere can be broadly categorized into two main regions: the homosphere and the heterosphere.

      1. Homosphere

      The homosphere extends from the Earth's surface up to an altitude of about 80-100 kilometers (50-62 miles). In this region, the chemical composition of the air is relatively uniform, with the exception of water vapor, whose concentration varies significantly. The homosphere encompasses the following layers:

      • Troposphere: Extending from the Earth's surface to about 8-15 kilometers (5-9 miles) high, the troposphere contains about 75% of the atmosphere's mass. It has the highest concentration of water vapor and is where most weather phenomena occur. The primary gases are nitrogen (Nâ‚‚, about 78%), oxygen (Oâ‚‚, about 21%), argon (Ar, about 0.9%), and carbon dioxide (COâ‚‚, about 0.04%), along with trace amounts of other gases.

      • Stratosphere: Located above the troposphere and extending up to about 50 kilometers (31 miles), the stratosphere is where the ozone layer is found. The ozone layer absorbs and scatters ultraviolet solar radiation. The air is still composed mainly of nitrogen and oxygen, but the concentration of water vapor is much lower than in the troposphere.

      • Mesosphere: Extending from the stratosphere up to about 80-85 kilometers (50-53 miles), the mesosphere is the layer where meteors burn up upon entering the Earth's atmosphere. The chemical composition remains consistent with the lower layers, dominated by nitrogen and oxygen.

      In the homosphere, the mixing of gases due to turbulent air movements and weather phenomena keeps the composition relatively uniform.

      2. Heterosphere

      Above the homosphere lies the heterosphere, extending from about 80-100 kilometers (50-62 miles) to the outer limits of the atmosphere, around 10,000 kilometers (6,200 miles) from the Earth's surface. In this region, the atmosphere is no longer well mixed, and its composition varies with altitude. The heterosphere is characterized by layers of different gases, sorted primarily by their molecular mass due to the lower density of air and the lack of turbulent mixing. The layers include:

      • Lower Heterosphere: This region contains a higher proportion of heavier gases like nitrogen and oxygen.

      • Hydrogen and Helium Layers: At higher altitudes, lighter gases such as hydrogen (Hâ‚‚) and helium (He) become more prevalent. These gases eventually fade into the exosphere, where they can escape into space.

      • Exosphere: The outermost layer of the atmosphere, the exosphere, is where the atmosphere thins out and merges with interplanetary space. It is primarily composed of extremely low densities of hydrogen, helium, and some heavier molecules like nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide.

      Conclusion

      The Earth's atmosphere is a complex and dynamic system, with its chemical composition varying by altitude. The homosphere maintains a relatively uniform mixture of gases, dominated by nitrogen and oxygen, while the heterosphere shows a stratified structure based on molecular weight. Understanding these regions is crucial for various scientific fields, including meteorology, climatology, and environmental science.

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