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The atmosphere is layered between the surface of the
Earth and outer space. The layer we live on is called the troposphere.
The air moves up and down, the winds blow, moisture builds up, and
different types of weather are created. The troposphere extends
from the surface up to about 15,000 meters. As you increase height above
the Earth’s surface, the temperature drops from 17 to -52 degrees
Celsius. Its limits are defined by an increase of temperature.
Almost all weather such as clouds, storms, rain,
and snow occur in this region. It contains most of the atmosphere by
weight.
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