Physics HL
Physics HL
5
Chapters
329
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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme D - Fields
Theme D - Fields
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
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Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Physics HL
Physics HL

Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter

Why Greenhouse Gases Absorb Energy: The Science Unraveled

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670 words
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4 mins read
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🌍 The Big Picture: Our atmosphere is a magical shield. It not only protects us from harmful radiations but also plays a crucial role in our planet's climate. But, ever wondered why? Let's dive into it!

Why do greenhouse gases absorb energy?

Light from the sun comes in different forms, like ultraviolet (think of those cool UV rave parties) and infrared (like the invisible light in some remote controls).

he ultraviolet (UV) party

  • UV photons have this super power: they can break gas molecule bonds.
  • Imagine UV photons as those super-strong weightlifters, breaking chains (molecular bonds).
  • Result? Creation of ozone! How? Oxygen atoms party hard when hit by UV, splitting apart, then reforming into ozone.

The chill infrared vibes

  • Infrared photons are the chilled-out dudes. They don’t break stuff but instead make molecules vibrate in harmony.
  • It’s like a molecular dance, which is called resonance. It’s like when you play your favorite jam, and you just can’t help but move.

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Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Physics HL
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Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter

Why Greenhouse Gases Absorb Energy: The Science Unraveled

Word Count Emoji
670 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

Table of content

🌍 The Big Picture: Our atmosphere is a magical shield. It not only protects us from harmful radiations but also plays a crucial role in our planet's climate. But, ever wondered why? Let's dive into it!

Why do greenhouse gases absorb energy?

Light from the sun comes in different forms, like ultraviolet (think of those cool UV rave parties) and infrared (like the invisible light in some remote controls).

he ultraviolet (UV) party

  • UV photons have this super power: they can break gas molecule bonds.
  • Imagine UV photons as those super-strong weightlifters, breaking chains (molecular bonds).
  • Result? Creation of ozone! How? Oxygen atoms party hard when hit by UV, splitting apart, then reforming into ozone.

The chill infrared vibes

  • Infrared photons are the chilled-out dudes. They don’t break stuff but instead make molecules vibrate in harmony.
  • It’s like a molecular dance, which is called resonance. It’s like when you play your favorite jam, and you just can’t help but move.

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