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What happens to the air temperature as you go higher up in the stratosphere?
It gets warmer
In which atmospheric layer do meteors burn up and turn into shooting stars?
Mesosphere
What is the thickness of the mesosphere?
22 miles
Where does the exosphere lie in relation to the other atmospheric layers?
Above the mesosphere
What is a distinguishing feature of the air in the exosphere?
It is very thin
Learn about the different layers of the earth's atmosphere and what makes each one unique. From the lower atmosphere to the outer space, discover the characteristics and functions of each layer.
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