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ERIC Number: EJ285786
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1983-Sep
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The Atmosphere.
Ingersoll, Andrew P.
Scientific American, v249 n3 p162-65,167-74 Sep 1983
The composition and dynamics of the earth's atmosphere are discussed, considering the atmosphere's role in distributing the energy of solar radiation received by the earth. Models of this activity which help to explain climates of the past and predict those of the future are also considered. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Geology, Higher Education, Meteorology, Models, Motion, Science Education, Scientific Research, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Solar Energy, Temperature
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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