28/03/2026
This infographic displays the layered structure of Earth's atmosphere vertically from the surface to outer space, complete with weather phenomena and activities occurring in each layer. The lowest layer, the troposphere (0–12 km), is where all weather phenomena occur, such as cloud formation, rain, snow, wind, and thunderstorms. This area also features human activity such as cities, mountains, oceans, and commercial aircraft.
Above this layer is the stratosphere (12–50 km), characterized by the ozone layer, which absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. This layer also contains the jet stream, a high-speed wind current that influences global weather patterns.
The next layer is the mesosphere (50–85 km), where meteors burn up upon entering Earth's atmosphere due to friction with air particles, producing a "shooting star"-like light effect. The temperature in this layer is the coldest in the atmosphere.
Next, the thermosphere (85–600 km) is shown showing the aurora (polar lights) phenomenon caused by the interaction of charged particles from the Sun with Earth's magnetic field. This layer also contains the orbits of satellites and space stations.
The outermost layer is the exosphere (>600 km), which forms the boundary between the atmosphere and space. Air molecules are very rarefied here, and numerous satellites orbit Earth in this region.
This infographic also illustrates weather cycles and atmospheric movements, such as wind circulation, precipitation (rain), and the distribution of solar energy, which influence global climate dynamics. With realistic 3D diorama visuals, complete with cinematic lighting and informative annotations, this image provides a comprehensive understanding of how the atmosphere protects and sustains life on Earth.