But I can see Wales from the east coast of Ireland when I’m on an aeroplane. I can’t see Wales from the east coast of Ireland when I’m on the ground. Does our “thin water” atmosphere get significantly thicker closer to ground level. And why does it only obscure my sight at points beyond the horizon yet remains so transparent as to be undetectable for all other distances?
does our atmosphere get thicker closer to ground level
Yes.
Then we wouldn't be able to see the ground from an airplane.
First of all I think the height of an airplane is a little less than the distance between New York and Ireland or whatever, and also..... you can’t see the ground from 30,000 feet. There’s nearly always clouds in the way. Thanks for reinforcing my point.
But I can see people around me perfectly when I’m on the ground. Does it both get thicker and thinner at ground level depending on what point you’re desperately trying to cling to at any given moment per chance?
desperately trying to cling to
Says the desperate internet account who can’t name a single good reason to think we live on a spinning ball.
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