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What happens at about 1000km below cloud layer in Jupiter?

At about 1000km below the cloud layer on Jupiter, the atmospheric pressure would become extremely high, reaching levels that can compress hydrogen into a metallic state. This region is where the transition from the outer gaseous layer to the denser interior occurs, leading to unique physical properties like metallic hydrogen and a magnetic field.


What layer extends upward from the altitude of 550 km to 1000km?

The layer that extends upward from an altitude of 550 km to 1,000 km is known as the thermosphere. In this region, temperatures can rise significantly due to the absorption of high-energy solar radiation, leading to the presence of ionized particles. The thermosphere is also where the auroras occur and is home to the International Space Station's orbit.


Which atmospheric level is farthest from the litosphere?

This idea is still be debated, it is either the thermosphere or the exosphere. The exosphere has such a low level of air that some scientists question whether it is just an extension of the vacuum of space. The two layers are separated by the thermopause, an imaginary boundary. The thermosphere varies in height between 500km to 1000km due to radiation differences whereas the exosphere has no upper limit but generally considered to be 100000km. The ISS (International space station) operates within the thermosphere at 330km.


Which planet has the shorter travel time by jet from earth-saturn or mercury?

Mercury. Travelling at around Jet plane speed (1000km/h or 600mph) it would take about 163 years to get to Saturn. It would only take 10.6 years to reach Mercury at its closest approach, travelling the same speed.


Which conditions vary on other planets?

Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. It is also one of the gas giants. The atmosphere of Jupiter is composed of mostly hydrogen, and trace amounts of helium. This leads to a very extreme climate which includes many storms and temperatures of highs and lows. One of the most important features of Jupiter's climate is the Great Red Spot which is like a giant hurricane, but much more powerful and dangerous.