At about what altitude does the mesosphere begin, at the stratopause?
A12 km
B700 km
C80 km
D50 km
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 50 km
The stratopause marks the bottom of the mesosphere, at roughly 50 km above sea level.
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