Definition

Relating to the mesosphere, which is a layer of the Earth's atmosphere located above the stratosphere and below the thermosphere.

Example

The mesospheric region is where meteors burn up upon entering the Earth's atmosphere.

Conversation

Did you know that the mesospheric layer of the atmosphere is so fascinating?

Really? I had no idea there were different layers like that.

Yeah, it's all about how the temperature changes at different heights, especially in the mesospheric layer.

That sounds interesting! I should read more about atmospheric science.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mesospheric → It is formed from "meso-" (from Greek "mesos", meaning middle) and "spheric" (from Greek "sphaira", meaning sphere). The word "mesospheric" refers to the middle layer of the atmosphere, situated between the stratosphere and the thermosphere.

Memory Tip

Think of the prefix 'meso-' meaning 'middle' and 'spheric' relating to 'sphere' — this helps you remember that 'mesospheric' describes the middle layer of the atmosphere.

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