thermospheric

/ˌθɜrməˈsfɛrɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to the thermosphere, the layer of the Earth's atmosphere above the mesosphere.
    • Scientists study thermospheric winds to understand space weather.
    • Thermospheric temperatures vary greatly between day and night.
    • The satellite's orbit passes through the thermospheric region.
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