Ionosphere vs. Troposphere
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Difference Between Ionosphere and Troposphere
Ionospherenoun
The part of the Earth's atmosphere beginning at an altitude of about 50 kilometers (31 miles) and extending outward 500 kilometers (310 miles) or more.
Tropospherenoun
The lower levels of the atmosphere extending from the surface of the Earth or another celestial body up to the tropopause. It is characterized by convective air movements and a large vertical temperature change.
Ionospherenoun
The similar region of the atmosphere of another planet.
Tropospherenoun
the lowest atmospheric layer; from 4 to 11 miles high (depending on latitude)
Ionospherenoun
the outer region of the Earth's atmosphere; contains a high concentration of free electrons
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