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Minchanka [31]
3 years ago
5

What layer of the atmosphere is extremely cold,

Geography
1 answer:
N76 [4]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

Mesosphere

Explanation:

The mesosphere starts at 31 miles (50 km) and extends to 53 miles (85 km) high. The top of the mesosphere, called the mesopause, is the coldest part of Earth's atmosphere, with temperatures averaging about minus 130 degrees F (minus 90 C).

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