critical altitude

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English

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Etymology

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critical +‎ altitude

Noun

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critical altitude (plural critical altitudes)

  1. the altitude at which atmospheric pressure becomes constant as altitude increases

Usage notes

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This altitude defines the start of the exosphere

Synonyms

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