How do scientists calculate the mass of the atmosphere?

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Answer 1 · 2016-07-27T05:56:37

1.165 X 10^19 pounds

The average atmospheric pressure is 14.7 lb/sq. inch.

Earth's radius = 3964 miles = #2.5116 X 10^8",# nearly.

The surface area of the Earth

= #4 pi (radius)^2#

#=7.927 X 10^17# sq. inch.

#=(7.927 X 10^17# sq. inch) X (14.7 lb/sq. sq. inch)

#=1.165 X 10^19# pounds