Question

why is the refractive index of of atmosphere different at different altitude​

Answer 1

Refractive index of atmosphere is different at different altitudes because the air density changes with altitudes

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Answer 2

Refractive index of atmosphere is different at different altitudes because the air density changes with altitudes.