Earth's Atmospheric Layers (IMAGE) NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Caption Earth's atmosphere consists of different layers made of different particles. The sun emits a variety of wavelengths of extreme ultraviolet light, which can each affect these layers in different ways. Credit NASA Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.