Question

How does the atmosphere act as a protective blanket?

Answer 1

Atmosphere:

1. The atmosphere is a layer of gases that envelopes a planet.
2. The atmosphere of the earth contains nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other trace gases.
3. The composition of the atmosphere varies between planets and is based on the origin of the planet.

The atmosphere acts as a protective blanket in the following ways:

1. The atmosphere prevents the sudden increase or decrease in the temperature.
2. The top layer of the atmosphere known as the ozone layer prevents harmful rays of the sun from entering the earth's atmosphere.
3. It slows down the escape of heat from the earth's surface.