Explore the different layers of the atmosphere in this video, featuring engaging 3D animation that illustrates the unique ...

A layer of charged particles, called the ionosphere, surrounds Earth, extending from about 50 to 400 miles above the surface of the planet.

Together, these layers protect us from the sun’s harmful radiation and keep temperatures on Earth habitable for all living beings. Understanding how the atmosphere works is crucial to everyday life.

The ionosphere is a layer of charged particles in Earth's atmosphere that extends from about 50 to 360 miles above the surface of Earth. Processes in the ionosphere also create bright swaths of ...