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Meaning of troposphere
The primary meaning of the word "troposphere" refers to the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere.
Etymology of troposphere
The word "troposphere" originates from the Greek words "tropos" meaning "turning" and "sphaira" meaning "sphere" or "globe", referring to the layer of the atmosphere where the air turns or changes.
The term was first used in the late 19th century to describe the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere.
Synonyms
atmosphere
air
layer
stratum
zone
region
area
exosphere
mesosphere
thermosphere
stratosphere
ozone layer
weather layer
lower atmosphere
air layer
gaseous envelope
atmospheric layer
meteorological zone
climatic zone
atmospheric region
air sphere
gaseous sphere
atmospheric shell
weather sphere
climate zone
atmospheric layering
air stratification
atmospheric stratification
weather layering
climate layering
Definitions
- The troposphere is the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere, extending up to about 12 km (7.5 miles) above the Earth's surface, where most weather phenomena occur.
- * It is the layer of the atmosphere where the temperature generally decreases with increasing altitude.
Usage Examples
- The troposphere is where most weather phenomena occur, including clouds, rain, and storms.
- * The temperature in the troposphere decreases with increasing altitude, which is why it gets colder as you climb higher.
- * The troposphere is also where most aircraft fly, as it is the layer of the atmosphere with the most suitable conditions for flight.
Antonyms
stratosphere
mesosphere
thermosphere
exosphere
ionosphere
outer space
upper atmosphere
higher atmosphere
celestial sphere
interplanetary space
interstellar space
cosmos
universe
outer layer
upper layer
higher layer
celestial region
cosmic region