Mesosphere Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the mesosphere extend from ?
A
Stratospause to about 50 miles above the earth.
2
Q
What decrease in altitude in the mesosphere ? (Altitude is how high something is compared to the ground)
A
The temperature of the mesosphere.
3
Q
where is the lowest temperature occur in ?
A
At the top of the mesosphere called the mesopause.
4
Q
How low does the temperature drop over the pole during the summer?
A
- 109 degrees during the summer.
5
Q
What trials can be seen in the mesosphere?
A
Trials of hot gasses left by meteors can be seen in the mesosphere.
6
Q
What happens “extremely” in the mesosphere?
A
Strong winds blow “extremely” in this layer.
7
Q
where does the wind s blow from during the summer and winter?
A
Summer - East to West
winter - West to East
