The Upper Atmosphere

Duration: 26

Year Published: 1969

Creator: U.S. Academy of Sciences

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Introduces the basic sections of the atmosphere and presents areas where research has been done. Explains such concepts and phenomena as ionization, radio wave reflection, electron concentration, satellite aids, sun effects, air glow, gaseous mixing, and the aurora. Shows on-location shots and technical equipment used for research.