It 1) moderates it (the swings from hot to cold are minimized),
2) it warms the planet (CO2 & water vapor (etc) trap infrared re-radiation (at night).
Because of the Earths atmosphere, the distance from the Sun, does not affect the temperature on the surface of the Earth. In the northern hemisphere, we are closer to the Sun in winter and the furthest away in summer.
i do nt no
For one, it contributes to Ocean acidification.
temperature differences
Heat!!
Heat!!
I do not mean to sound rude or patronising but air IS the atmosphere.
temperature differences
Based on temperature differences.
The answer is.....Temperature Gradient
The Sun sends photons of light particles and they get deflected by Earth's atmosphere
It changes to a next temperture