Combined Science GCSE
Formation of the early atmosphere
What Formation of the early atmosphere means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Formation of the early atmosphere
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One theory suggests intense volcanic activity released gases that formed the early atmosphere during the first billion years of the Earth's existence.
Topics that use Formation of the early atmosphere
- The Earth's early atmosphere (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Comparison with Mars and Venus
- Condensation
- Evaluating theories
- Indirect evidence
- Limitations of indirect evidence
- Volcanic activity
- Volcanic activity and outgassing
- Build-up of nitrogen
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