How many kilometers to space?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the distance in kilometers from the Earth's surface to the edge of space. The generally accepted boundary of space is the Kármán line, which is located at an altitude of 100 kilometers above sea level.
Answer
100 kilometers
The final answer is 100 kilometers according to the international community and 80 kilometers according to NASA and the U.S. military.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 100 kilometers according to the international community and 80 kilometers according to NASA and the U.S. military.
More Information
The Kármán line at 100 kilometers is widely recognized as the boundary where space starts. However, some organizations like NASA and the U.S. military consider 80 kilometers as the start of outer space.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming there is a universally accepted boundary for where space begins, when in fact it varies depending on the organization.
Sources
- The web page with info on - Space.com - space.com
- The Kármán Line: Where space begins - Astronomy Magazine - astronomy.com
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