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Atmosphere
The mixture of gases surrounding the Earth. The Earth's atmosphere consists of about 79.1% nitrogen (by volume), 20.9% oxygen, 0.036% carbon dioxide and trace amounts of other gases. The atmosphere can be divided into a number of layers according to its mixing or chemical characteristics, generally determined by its thermal properties (temperature). The layer nearest the Earth is the troposphere, which reaches up to an altitude of about 8 km (about 5 miles) in the polar regions and up to 17 km (nearly 11 miles) above the equator. The stratosphere, which reaches to an altitude of about 50 km (31 miles) lies atop the troposphere. The mesosphere which extends up to 80-90 km is atop the stratosphere, and finally, the thermosphere, or ionosphere, gradually diminishes and forms a fuzzy border with outer space. There is relatively little mixing of gases between layers. (source: EPA) Background from Wikipedia For other uses, see Atmosphere (disambiguation). View of Jupiter's active atmosphere, including the Great Red Spot. Atmosphere is the gaseous mass or envelope surrounding a celestial body, especially the one surrounding Earth, and retained by the celestial body's gravitational field. Also is the air or climate in a specific place. abbr. atm Physics A unit of pressure equal to the air pressure at sea level. It equals the amount of pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 millimeters high at 0 degrees Celsius in standard gravity, or 14.7 pounds per square inch. AFPPARIS (AFP) — The world's oceans may be losing their ability to soak up extra carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere, with the risk that this will help London Boat Show launch for Henri Lloyd Atmosphere 360 - 22 Oct 2007 BYM News (press release),The Atmosphere 360 concept is simple; utilising design and fabric technologies which have been developed and tested through Henri Lloyd’s ongoing product Atmosphere sold out audience at Barrymore - 22 Oct 2007 Daily Cardinal,Atmosphere frontman Slug performs his intelligent, humorous verse and displays his myriad of hats for the Barrymore audience. Uganda: Chogm to Target Reduction in Carbon Dioxide - 22 Oct 2007 AllAfrica.com,THE Environmental Conservation Trust of Uganda is to reduce carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, ahead of Chogm, after confirmation from the Commonwealth The Stolen Mix Tape Idea - 22 Oct 2007 The Wessex Scene,...this week A. Atmosphere (formerly known as Urban Atmosphere, thank goodness they changed the name) are an underground hip hop group, hailing from Minnesota, Hardly 'junk' science: Royal Society examines climate change - 22 Oct 2007 Vancouver Sun,Climate change is nothing to do with humans: "Levels of CO2 in the atmosphere are now 35 per cent greater than they have been for 650000 years. Rugby aftermath in Suffolk - 22 Oct 2007 Suffolk Evening Star,We sold about five or six bottles of champagne and there was a good atmosphere. “After it finished, we put music on and it was fantastic. Go Green - 22 Oct 2007 The University of Alabama Crimson White,One of the biggest contributors of methane to the earth's atmosphere is livestock. Cows, because of their multiple stomachs and grass diet, release methane AT RANDOM: Brian Antoine - 22 Oct 2007 Valdosta Daily Times,I really enjoy the small-town atmosphere of Valdosta, and that there are still all the modern conveniences.� Nestled in the heart of downtown Valdosta, Mentoring outside of the classroom: faculty initiative is key - 22 Oct 2007 Wilkes Beacon (subscription),This not only fosters the mentoring atmosphere that Wilkes is known for, but it also helps break down the barriers between professors and students and can Live Music Review: Ozric Tentacles - 22 Oct 2007 Waterfront Online,There was a good atmosphere, many people danced manically to the upbeat rhythms of the faster, heavier melodies, whilst others calmly stood by and nodded Well done England despite defeat - 22 Oct 2007 The Argus.co.uk,The Nags Head pub in St Pancras, Chichester, also had a great atmosphere. Staff said around 20 South Africans braved the predominantly English crowd but CO2 in air grows fast: Study - 22 Oct 2007 Times of India,WASHINGTON: Economic growth has made carbon dioxide in the atmosphere increase much faster than expected, as trees and oceans struggle to absorb the Angkasawan in good condition - 22 Oct 2007 Malaysia Star,The craft entered the outer reaches of the earth’s atmosphere at 6.14pm. It then picked up speed as it began to be pulled by Earth’s gravity, travelling at Eyedea reunites to light up Saloon - 22 Oct 2007 UW Badger Herald,For those of us who wished to delve into underground hip-hop beyond Atmosphere, the next logical step was Rhymesayers’ labelmate Eyedea and Abilities. Rugby fans set the gold standard - 22 Oct 2007 BBC Sport,While they were still hopeful of getting a ticket, they were keener still to savour the atmosphere. Maybe this is because English football fans go to Voting is underway in Poland, in an atmosphere of some apathy for ... - Oct 21, 2007 Euronews.net,It's happened because of the collapse of the ruling coalition in a row over corruption investigations. Prime Minister Jaroslaw Kascynski has led the Campuses Have Become Poisoned by an Atmosphere of Surveillance and ... - Oct 20, 2007 Axis of Logic,Our campuses are being poisoned by an atmosphere of surveillance and harassment. However, the disruption of academic freedom has grave implications beyond ALONSO RELISHING DERBY ATMOSPHERE - Oct 18, 2007 Sportinglife.com,..."You pick up on the atmosphere when you are out and about in town, of course. Everyone on both sides cannot wait for kick-off - it is a really big day for Hihburger serves homestyle food in family atmosphere - Oct 20, 2007 Murray State News,..."It's a good, local mom-and-pop restaurant, and it has the friendly atmosphere that is contagious here in Murray," he said. Beaton said he got his first Unkempt, unwashed but unbowed - Oct 21, 2007 BBC News,Richard Bloxam, 36 of Haslemere in Surrey, in a rush to catch his train, seemed to have a different experience to Mr Sendell, describing the atmosphere as How El Niño slows the Earth's spin - Oct 21, 2007 New Scientist (subscription),The total Earth system spins with a constant speed, but these winds make the atmosphere spin slightly faster. Due to the conservation of angular momentum Décor store stresses atmosphere, low prices - Oct 20, 2007 Great Falls Tribune,..."It fits the atmosphere of Real Deals," Rebekah Giles said. Part of keeping the prices low is being in a low-cost location. The store isn't supposed to have Atmosphere Visual Effects Scores 2007 VFX Hat Trick with Gemini ... - Oct 19, 2007 Broadcast Newsroom,DMN Newswire--2007-10-19--Atmosphere Visual Effects has won the award for “Best Visual Effects� at the 22nd Annual Gemini Industry Awards for the studio’s Charles launches campaign to save ravaged rainforests - Oct 20, 2007 Guardian Unlimited,They store gigantic amounts of carbon in their roots, trees and branches; twice as much carbon as there is in the atmosphere. The Amazon alone stores 67 Bullies thrive in tolerant atmosphere - Oct 20, 2007 StarPhoenix,No organization wants a bully. Yet even the best-intended companies can actually encourage bullying by tolerating it, ending up nurturing workplaces where Euro 2008 Barzagli Not Scared By Celtic Park Atmosphere - Oct 16, 2007 Goal.com,Barzagli Not Scared By Celtic Park Atmosphere Italy defender Andrea Barzagli talked about the atmosphere that will await the Azzurri next month's game in New principal at Holy Cross; Official touts atmosphere at Dover ... - Oct 19, 2007 Newszap Delaware,While many families are more concerned with a Catholic school’s academic qualities than their religious teachings, she said the atmosphere at her school is Soccer / Lower Divisions / The birth of a new team - Oct 20, 2007 Ha'aretz,Women, children, dogs, youths with drums and scarves - most of them wearing red and smiling - have gathered here in a mass picnic-type atmosphere. Army Radio: “Positive atmosphere during Friday the Israeli ... - Oct 19, 2007 International Middle East Media Center,...teams met in Jerusalem to prepare for the upcoming Fall Conference in the United States, and that the atmosphere of the meeting was positive. Gavin Central School: Great family atmosphere - Oct 19, 2007 Chicago Daily Herald,..."I think it is the best family atmosphere in an educational setting I have ever been in. There is a real strong relationship between faculty members -- both How much carbon does a forest fire spew into the atmosphere? - Oct 16, 2007 SlateBy Brendan I. Koerner Whenever I see footage of a raging wildfire, I can't help but think of all the carbon that's being spewed into the atmosphere. Fans fight Six Nations ticket hike - Oct 20, 2007 ic Wales,...“They are making it more like Twickenham, where there is more of a business atmosphere than a rugby atmosphere. “I don’t think they really care what we How to find that stadium atmosphere - in England - Oct 16, 2007 Independent,By Amol Rajan You can watch it at the cinema. You can see it on television. You can even enjoy it on massive screens in the former Millennium Dome. HILLSBORO: CoccoLa restaurant to change look, atmosphere - Oct 19, 2007 Bridgewater Courier News,The 9600-square-foot restaurant was known as a nightspot, complete with an upscale restaurant, bar, lounge, outdoor patio area and even a ladies bathroom Atmosphere: Walkers and climbers assemble for 2005’s Remembrance ... - Oct 19, 2007 News & Star,...“In fact the absence of poppies will do much to enhance the atmosphere of one of the most beautiful and popular tops in Lakeland. Grid Preview: Trojans in playoff atmosphere against Tioga tonight - Oct 19, 2007 Evening Sun (subscription),All but one of Chenango County’s football teams is vying for a winning season, yet just one is in the postseason hunt as we embark on week eight, First season fan-tastic - Oct 20, 2007 Globe and Mail,It is often referred to as a European atmosphere and, despite the on-field struggles since July after injuries hit Mo Johnston's team, this bond has shown Cafe 113 offers fine dining in casual atmosphere - Oct 19, 2007 Times Daily (subscription),A specialty at Cafe 113 is lamb chops with house pear-chutney sauce on a bed of spinach with sauteed mushrooms. It's served with a side of orzo pasta fresh 'Dorian Gray' perfect for spooky atmosphere - Oct 19, 2007 Clarksville Leaf Chronicle,By STACY SMITH SEGOVIA John McDonald says the realization that scary plays are a good bet around Halloween took a long time to come around, but now he sees Bobby Flay fans cook up party atmosphere at book-signing - Oct 19, 2007 Asbury Park Press,BY NICK PETRUNCIO FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — Dressed casually in blue jeans and a rust-colored top, Food Network star and restaurant owner Bobby Flay gave his Exploring Weighty Ideas Amid a Heavy Atmosphere - Oct 14, 2007 New York Times,The seating is in church pews, the shape resembles an amphitheater, and the atmosphere is dark wood, a domed ceiling and a general gloom. Atmosphere delights fans - Oct 17, 2007 UW Badger Herald,...by Brett Myers It appears the kings of underground hip-hop are no longer an underground phenomenon, as was evident when Atmosphere played to a sold-out Musharraf: National Reconciliation Ordinance to promote positive ... - Oct 13, 2007 Xinhua,ISLAMABAD, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- The National Reconciliation Ordinance, promulgated on Oct. 5, would promote a positive political atmosphere and bring to an Benazir’s arrival to further strengthen political reconciliation ... - Oct 18, 2007 Associated Press of Pakistan,DHAKA, Oct 18 (APP): Bangladesh border with India becomes restive though India repeatedly assured to maintain peaceful and friendly atmosphere in the border Atmosphere shakes the Venue - Oct 17, 2007 Boise State University The Arbiter Online,Minneapolis group Atmosphere took a break from the Twin Cities to drop in and shake the shoulder-to-shoulder crowd who “came hungry and left hot and DASHNAKSUTIUN HOPES FOR “ATMOSPHERE OF NATIONAL CONCORD� - Oct 18, 2007 Panorama.am,...system in Armenia,� Dashnak politician said, also rendering his hope that the elections will pass under “atmosphere of national concord in the country.� Scientists Use GPS Signals to Measure Earth's Atmosphere - Oct 10, 2007 Space.comThe amount of the decrease can be used to approximate the height of the planet's atmosphere. When radio waves emitted by the star pass through the planet's Strange Molecule Found in Venus's Atmosphere - Oct 10, 2007 Space.comThe molecule's signature was first noticed in Venus's atmosphere in April 2006, when the European Space Agency's Venus Express arrived at the planet and Analyst Adds to Atmosphere - Oct 17, 2007 Daily Research News Online,Interactive marketing services agency Atmosphere BBDO has hired former Digitas strategist Sue Davidson in the new role of Director Strategy and Analytics, |
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