Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mesosphere
noun
/ˈmɛzoʊˌsfɪr/
Definition
The mesosphere is the layer of Earth’s atmosphere located between the stratosphere and the thermosphere.
Examples
- The mesosphere is crucial for protecting the Earth from meteoroids.
- Temperatures in the mesosphere can drop to as low as -90 degrees Celsius.
Meaning
It is characterized by decreasing temperatures with altitude and is where most meteorites burn up upon entering the atmosphere.
Synonyms
- None
