Exospheric

/ˌɛk.soʊˈsfɛr.ɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of the exosphere, the outermost region of an atmosphere.

Etymology

From exosphere + -ic (suffix forming adjectives). Became common in atmospheric physics during the Space Age when scientists needed precise terminology for different atmospheric layers.

Kelly Says

This word gets used a lot in space weather forecasts—exospheric conditions can actually affect how satellites experience drag and when they fall back to Earth.

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