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viktelen [127]
3 years ago
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What are two characteristics of the Earth’s thermosphere?

Geography
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jeka943 years ago
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Answer:

The thermosphere is very high above the Earth and is distinguished by an increase in temperature with altitude. The density of the air is extremely low, but the activity of the molecules are very high due to the amount of energy they are receiving from the sun. Individual molecules can be as warm as 2000 degrees C.

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