Temperature at horizon entry

In summary, the question is how to calculate the temperature at which a galactic scale perturbation enters the horizon during radiation domination. The relevant equations are given, including the length scale and temperature at matter-radiation equality. Further information or clarification is needed to determine the temperature for radiation domination.
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Homework Statement


How do I calculate the temperature at which a galactic scale perturbation enters the horizon?
This would be for radiation domination.

Homework Equations



[tex] \left( \frac{\delta \rho}{\rho} \right)_{\lambda_0} (t) = \left( \frac{a(t)}{a_{eq}} \right) \left( \frac{\delta \rho}{\rho} \right)_{HOR} [/tex]
[tex] a \propto \frac{1}{T} [/tex]
[tex] \rho \propto a^{-4} \propto T^4 [/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution


length scale of the perturbation is [itex] \lambda_0 [/itex] = 1 Mpc
matter-radiation equality perturbation is [itex] \lambda_{0 eq} [/itex] = 100 Mpc
temperature at equality [itex] T_{eq} [/itex] ~ 1 eV

If I do this like for matter domination it gets a little over 8 kev, but I'm not sure how to do it for radiation domination.
 
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Related to Temperature at horizon entry

1. What is the temperature like at horizon entry?

The temperature at horizon entry can vary depending on the location and time of day. In general, the temperature will be cooler at higher latitudes and warmer at lower latitudes. It is also affected by factors such as altitude, humidity, and cloud cover.

2. How does the temperature change as you approach the horizon?

The temperature typically decreases as you approach the horizon. This is because the sun's rays are spread out over a larger area, resulting in less heat reaching the surface. Additionally, the atmosphere becomes thicker near the horizon, causing more of the sun's heat to be absorbed and dispersed.

3. Is it hotter or colder at the horizon compared to other parts of the sky?

It is generally cooler at the horizon compared to other parts of the sky. This is because the sun's rays have to travel through more of the Earth's atmosphere near the horizon, resulting in more heat being absorbed and dispersed before reaching the surface. However, this can vary depending on factors such as location, time of day, and weather conditions.

4. How does the temperature at horizon entry affect visibility?

The temperature at horizon entry can affect visibility in a few ways. If the temperature is significantly warmer near the horizon, it can cause the air to become more turbulent, resulting in distorted or blurry images. Additionally, temperature differences between the ground and the air can lead to mirages, which can also affect visibility.

5. Can the temperature at horizon entry be accurately predicted?

Yes, the temperature at horizon entry can be accurately predicted using weather forecasting models and data. These models take into account various factors such as location, time of day, and atmospheric conditions to provide an estimate of the temperature at horizon entry. However, it should be noted that these predictions may not always be 100% accurate due to the complexity of weather patterns.

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