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ˈtrɒp əˌpɔz, ˈtroʊ pə-tropopause

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  1. tropopausenoun

    the region of discontinuity between the troposphere and the stratosphere

Wiktionary

  1. tropopausenoun

    The zone of transition between the troposphere and the stratosphere (approximately 13 kilometers). The tropopause normally occurs at an altitude of between 25,000 and 45,000 feet in polar and temperate zones. It occurs at 55,000 feet in the tropics.

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  1. tropopause

    The tropopause is the boundary layer in the Earth's atmosphere which separates the troposphere (the lowest layer where most weather events occur) from the stratosphere (the layer above the troposphere). It signifies the limit above which water vapor rarely exists and clouds do not form. This boundary layer is characterized by an abrupt change in temperature as height increases.

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  1. Tropopause

    The tropopause is the boundary in the Earth's atmosphere between the troposphere and the stratosphere.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms

  1. tropopause

    The transition zone between the stratosphere and the troposphere. The tropopause normally occurs at an altitude of about 25,000 to 45,000 feet (8 to 15 kilometers) in polar and temperate zones, and at 55,000 feet (20 kilometers) in the tropics.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of tropopause in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of tropopause in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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