Geometric Altitude in Introduction and Governing Equations Formulas

Geometric altitude is the altitude as measured from the mean sea level. And is denoted by h_G. Geometric Altitude is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Geometric Altitude is always positive.

Formulas to find Geometric Altitude in Introduction and Governing Equations

fxGeometric altitudeGo

fxGeometric altitude for given geopotential altitudeGo

Introduction and Governing Equations formulas that make use of Geometric Altitude

fxAbsolute altitudeGo

fxGeopotential altitudeGo

List of variables in Introduction and Governing Equations formulas

fx Absolute Altitude Go

fx Geopotential altitude Go

FAQ

What is the Geometric Altitude?

Geometric altitude is the altitude as measured from the mean sea level. Geometric Altitude is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Geometric Altitude is always positive.

Can the Geometric Altitude be negative?

No, the Geometric Altitude, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Geometric Altitude?

Geometric Altitude is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Geometric Altitude can be measured.

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