Q1 If the atmosphere is 50 km thick, and the atmospheric pressure at sea level is approximately 101 kPa, estimate the average air density in the atmosphere. 50 km

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If the atmosphere is 50 km thick, and the atmospheric pressure at sea level is approximately 101
kPa, estimate the average air density in the atmosphere.
50 km
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