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An '''atmosphere''' is a gaseous layer that envelops an astronomical object. The | An '''atmosphere''' is a gaseous layer that envelops an astronomical object. The [[Planets|planetary body]] (object) retains the atmosphere if its [[gravity]] is strong enough with a low atmospheric temperature. The outer region of a [[Stars|star]] is a stellar atmosphere. The [[Life Support]] module provides a breathable atmosphere inside a [[Ships|ship]]. | ||
[[Earth]]'s atmosphere is composed of nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (0.04%) and trace gases.<ref name=":0">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atmosphere Atmosphere - Wikipedia - 19 June 2024]</ref> Most organisms breathe in oxygen and breathing out carbon dioxide. The atmospheric layers protect organisms from ultraviolet radiation, solar winds, sunlight and cosmic rays.<ref name=":0" /> | [[Earth]]'s atmosphere is composed of nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (0.04%) and trace gases.<ref name=":0">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atmosphere Atmosphere - Wikipedia - 19 June 2024]</ref> Most organisms breathe in oxygen and breathing out carbon dioxide. The atmospheric layers protect organisms from ultraviolet radiation, solar winds, sunlight and cosmic rays.<ref name=":0" /> | ||