Earth's Exosphere
The main gases within the Earth's exosphere are the lightest atmospheric gases, mainly hydrogen, with some helium, carbon dioxide, and atomic oxygen near the exobase. Since there is no clear boundary between outer space and the exosphere, the exosphere is sometimes considered a part of outer space.
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