At the equator, the height of the troposphere is approximately ten miles or eighteen kilometers. This increased altitude is caused by intense solar heating, which makes the air expand and rise through powerful convection. Furthermore, the Earth’s rotation creates a ...
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Commercial and long-distance airplanes usually fly in the lower stratosphere. By cruising at these higher altitudes, aircraft can stay above the turbulent weather and storms found in the troposphere. This results in a much smoother ride for passengers and allows ...