Carbon dioxide density & distribution in the atmosphere

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) does not form a distinct layer in the atmosphere despite being heavier than air. The greenhouse effect, which contributes to global warming, is driven by the presence of CO2 throughout the atmosphere rather than a specific layer. This discussion clarifies misconceptions about CO2 distribution and emphasizes that the greenhouse effect operates effectively with CO2 present at various altitudes.

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carbon dioxide is heavier than air, so how there is a layer of CO2 is forming around the atmosphere?
 
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As far as I know there is no layer of CO2 forming around the atmosphere. Do you have any source to backup the claim?
 
Borek said:
As far as I know there is no layer of CO2 forming around the atmosphere. Do you have any source to backup the claim?

Then what is the reason of Global Warming?
 
Seniour Baloc said:
Then what is the reason of Global Warming?

Global warming is a banned topic here, but the question is actually not about GW. You are misunderstanding the mechanism of the greenhouse effect. It doesn't require a layer of carbon dioxide anywhere, all it requires is a presence of the carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
 

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