Earth's Outer Atmosphere (IMAGE)

U.S. National Science Foundation

Earth's Outer Atmosphere

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Large changes in the sun's energy output may drive fluctuations in Earth's outer atmosphere. Results of a study link a recent, temporary shrinking of a high atmospheric layer with a sharp drop in the sun's ultraviolet radiation levels.

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