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  • Composition of Pure Air: Understanding Atmospheric Gases
    Pure air is a mixture of gases, primarily:

    * Nitrogen (N2): Makes up about 78% of the atmosphere.

    * Oxygen (O2): Makes up about 21% of the atmosphere.

    * Argon (Ar): Makes up about 0.93% of the atmosphere.

    These are the three most abundant gases, making up over 99% of the atmosphere.

    Other Gases in Small Amounts:

    * Carbon dioxide (CO2): Although a small percentage, it's a crucial greenhouse gas.

    * Neon (Ne), Helium (He), Krypton (Kr), Xenon (Xe): These noble gases are present in trace amounts.

    * Water vapor (H2O): The amount varies greatly depending on location and weather conditions.

    * Ozone (O3): Important in the stratosphere but also a pollutant in the lower atmosphere.

    Important Note:

    * "Pure air" is a concept, as air is never truly pure in nature. It always contains varying amounts of pollutants, dust, and other substances.

    * The composition of air can fluctuate depending on altitude, location, and time of day.

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