1237Every Day ScienceMedium
The height at which atmospheric pressure declines by a factor of e (an irrational number equal to 2.71828) is called __________.
AAverage height (H)
BMean height (H)
CScale height (H)
DStandard height (H)
Correct answer
C. Scale height (H)
Explanation
Scale height (H) is the correct answer. Review the question and compare it with the other choices to remember this fact for future exams.