ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Intermediate Region

The intermediate region is like a bridge between two places. It's a layer of air between two different parts of the atmosphere. For example, the intermediate region is located between the troposphere (the closest layer of air to the ground) and the stratosphere (the layer of air that's farther away from the ground). The intermediate region is important because it helps to keep the temperature of the lower and upper atmosphere in balance. It also contains clouds, which help to moderate temperatures on the ground.