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This lecture explores the evolution of Earth's atmosphere, from the Hadean to the present, highlighting the changes in composition due to geological, chemical, and biological processes. It discusses the impact of life on the atmosphere, emphasizing the role of oxygenic photosynthesis and the transition to a more oxygen-rich environment. The instructor also covers the significance of atmospheric changes in the context of global climate and the influence of anthropogenic inputs on current atmospheric composition.