thermosphere
[/ˈθɜːrməˌsfɪr/]
nounfemininepl: thermospheres
termosfera
1. The layer of Earth's atmosphere characterized by an increase in temperature with altitude, located above the mesosphere and extending to about 600 km (375 miles) above the surface
The thermosphere is where the International Space Station orbits, experiencing extreme temperatures.
A termosfera é onde a Estação Espacial Internacional orbita, experimentando temperaturas extremas.
2. A region of the upper atmosphere where solar radiation is absorbed, causing temperature to rise dramatically
In the thermosphere, temperatures can exceed 1,500°C despite the thin atmosphere.
Na termosfera, as temperaturas podem exceder 1.500°C apesar da atmosfera rarefeita.
The term 'thermosphere' is primarily used in scientific, educational, and meteorological contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is a technical term that gained prominence with space exploration programs. In Brazil, it is commonly taught in high school physics and geography curricula as part of atmospheric science studies.
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