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it is faster at a higher altitude because there are less air pressure when you're away from the Earth. There are more air pressure as you come to Earth so it becomes slower.
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Cirrus clouds appear at low to high altitudes?
just high altitudes
What is the difference between the lifestyle of people living in high altitudes and low altitudes?
One difference n the life style of people living in high altitudes instead of low altitudes is weight. People living in high altitudes are typically not over weight. They also have less heart disease
Is air pressure greater at high altitudes or low altitudes?
It is greater at a lower altitude.
Why ice melts slowly at higher altitudes?
because there is low pressure at higher altitudes
What is difference between the lifestyle of people living on high altitudes and low altitudes?
People living at high altitudes tend to have larger lung capacity and higher red blood cell count to adapt to lower oxygen levels. They may also have a lower resting metabolic rate. In contrast, people living at low altitudes may have faster metabolism and lower red blood cell count due to higher oxygen levels.
What free fall alt does the Army use for special operations jumps?
The HALO (High Altitude Low Opening) jump is made from altitudes up to 35,000ft, opening their parachutes at around 3,000ft. Altitude is set during planning for the mission in question.
What is the term for the area between high and low altitudes?
medium pressure
What is the altitude of various cloud types?
Cirrus- thin and wispy, occur at high altitudes. Stratus- sheetlike and layered, occur at lower altitudes. Cumulus- white and fluffy with flat bottoms, occur at various altitudes.
What is the cruising airspeed of a 747?
Depends. It can range from 355knots (low altitudes) till only about 220knots (very high altitudes and slow cruise)
What characteristic of the atmosphere changes with altitude?
The temperature and level of oxygen. High altitudes sometimes have more snow and low altitudes are usually drier.
What type of cloud appears to be piled up from low to high altitudes?
Cumulus Clouds
What type of clouds appeared to be piled up from low to high altitudes?
Cumulus Clouds
