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Ionosphere

earth science Maturity 11-13

A high part of the air is special.

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It is far above us. The sun helps make it. It helps radio signals travel far. This helps us talk to people. Can you see the sky?

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Ionospheric layers from night to day.png
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Msis atmospheric composition by height.svg
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