Supersonics in a Nutshell
A vehicle is said to be flying supersonically if it is moving through the atmosphere at a speed greater than the local velocity of sound. The speed of sound (Mach 1) varies with temperature and pressure, and at sea level and 59F (15C), is about 760 mph. As temperature reduces with altitude up to the...
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