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Lecture 2

The document discusses the significant impact of human energy usage, estimated at 500 exajoules per year, on the composition of the atmosphere, particularly concerning carbon dioxide levels. It details the major constituents of dry air and the layers of the atmosphere, emphasizing that approximately 80% of the atmosphere's mass is in the troposphere. The conclusions highlight that energy usage can alter atmospheric composition in a relatively short time frame.

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Lecture 2

The document discusses the significant impact of human energy usage, estimated at 500 exajoules per year, on the composition of the atmosphere, particularly concerning carbon dioxide levels. It details the major constituents of dry air and the layers of the atmosphere, emphasizing that approximately 80% of the atmosphere's mass is in the troposphere. The conclusions highlight that energy usage can alter atmospheric composition in a relatively short time frame.

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