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weather
Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions in a specific area at a specific time, including parameters such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and visibility.
climate
The long-term average of temperature, humidity, wind, and other atmospheric conditions in a specific region, typically measured over 30 years or more.
biosphere
The relatively thin layer of Earth that has conditions suitable for supporting life
Atmosphere
The gas layer around the planet
Lithosphere
The rock layer around the planet
hydrosphere
The water layer around the planet
bioms
A large geographical region with a defined range of temperature and precipitation — its climate.
solar radiation
The energy emitted by the sun in the form of electromagnetic waves.
insolation
The amount of solar radiation received by a region of Earth’s surface