What is the importance of the atmosphere?

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Daniel Allen · Accepted Answer

Atmosphere is the envelope of gas which surrounds any celestial body.

The importance of atmosphere of the earth are:-

#=># The presence of the atmosphere plays a significant role in the water cycle. It facilitates the formation of clouds which remains suspended until they are heavy enough to pour down on the earth as rain,hail or snow.

#=>#Protects the life forms of the earth from the harmful UV rays of the sun.The presence of the ozone layer does this by reflecting the UV rays of the sun.

#=># It keeps the temperature of the earth constant so that it is suitable to support life.

#=># It protects the earth from smaller meteors.

#=># Contains #N_2# ,#O_2# and other gases which are necessary to support the life form on the earth.

#=>#Facilitates combustion and without the atmosphere combustion is not possible.

Here is the structure of the atmosphere:-

Benjamin Alvin · Answer

undefined The atmosphere is important for several reasons:

1. It provides the air we breathe, containing oxygen and other gases necessary for life.
2. It regulates Earth's temperature by trapping heat from the sun and preventing it from escaping too quickly.
3. It shields the Earth from harmful solar radiation and cosmic rays.
4. It plays a crucial role in the water cycle, facilitating the movement of water vapor through processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
5. It provides the medium for weather patterns to develop, influencing climate and precipitation patterns.
6. It serves as a reservoir for gases essential for life, such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and oxygen.
7. It enables communication through the transmission of radio waves and signals.