Earths atmosphere and solar radiation
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Earths atmosphere and solar radiation
Earths atmosphere and solar radiation. Computer artwork of the effect of the Earths atmosphere on solar radiation. Shown here are the three lowest levels (blue rectangles) of the Earths atmosphere, the troposphere (bottom), stratosphere (middle) and mesophere (top).The electromagnetic spectrum is across top. Ultraviolet (UV) light (purple lines) that enters the atmosphere is mostly absorbed by ozone in the stratosphere, although some of it does reach the surface. Some of the visible light (yellow lines) is scattered by gases and suspended particles in the troposphere. Visible light that hits the surface may be re-radiated at a longer (infrared) wavelength (red lines)
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Atmosphere Atmospheric Infra Red Light Optical Optics Ozone Layer Reflecting Reflection Scattered Scattering Solar Radiation Stratosphere Sun Light Troposphere Ultra Violet Visible Physical
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This computer artwork showcases the intricate relationship between Earth's atmosphere and solar radiation. The image highlights the three lowest levels of our planet's atmosphere - the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesophere - represented by distinct blue rectangles. Across the top, we see the electromagnetic spectrum, with purple lines symbolizing ultraviolet (UV) light that penetrates our atmosphere. The stratosphere plays a crucial role in absorbing most of this UV light through ozone molecules, as depicted by its absorption effect on the purple lines. However, a fraction of UV light manages to reach Earth's surface despite this protective layer. Meanwhile, yellow lines illustrate how visible light interacts with gases and suspended particles in the troposphere; some of it scatters as it traverses through this atmospheric layer. Interestingly, when visible light reaches Earth's surface, it has the potential to be re-radiated at longer wavelengths known as infrared (red lines). This phenomenon is beautifully portrayed in this artwork. By capturing these optical processes within Earth's atmosphere, this illustration provides valuable insights into reflection, scattering, and re-radiation dynamics. With its blend of geography and physics elements combined with stunning artistry from Science Photo Library, this print offers an enlightening visual representation of how solar radiation interacts with our planet’s atmospheric layers.
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