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Astronautics Vocabulary : troposphère

The Astronautics Vocabulary is a glossary of terms that pertain to the science and technology of spaceflight. This alphabetical list can be navigated by clicking on the letters A-Z displayed on this page.

Definition of troposphere

Translation:
troposphère
Definition:
A division of the Earth's atmosphere. Lowest portion of the atmosphere, extending from surface to stratosphere (8 km at the poles to about 17 km at the equator); characterized by lapse rate, humidity, vertical air movements and weather.
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