Density of Air in the Mesosphere?

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Air density in the mesosphere can be calculated using the ideal gas law, represented by the formula ρ=(pM)/(RT), which requires knowledge of pressure and temperature. While some online calculators estimate air density based on altitude, their accuracy may vary. Comprehensive tables for the mesosphere are not readily available, making it challenging to find precise data. The US Standard Atmosphere provides tabulated values for pressure and temperature that can assist in these calculations. Accurate determination of air density is essential for various atmospheric studies.
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How is air density calculated?

I can't seem to find any tables for the mesosphere.

There are some calculators online that base it on height, but I'm not sure if they'll be accurate.
 
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thedan16 said:
How is air density calculated?

I can't seem to find any tables for the mesosphere.

There are some calculators online that base it on height, but I'm not sure if they'll be accurate.
You use the ideal gas law ρ=(pM)/(RT). So you need to know the pressure and the temperature. Values of these are tabulated in the US Standard Atmosphere.
 
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