If the Air Temperature at the Earth's Surface (0 Metres)

question 55

Short Answer

If the air temperature at the Earth's surface (0 metres) is 16°C, what is the approximate air temperature at an altitude of 10,000 metres, assuming an average atmospheric lapse rate of 6.5°C per 1000 metres?

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