Question 296288: Long’s Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, is 14,255 feet in elevation. How far can you see to the horizon from the top of Long’s Peak? Can you see Cheyenne, Wyoming (about 89 miles away)? Explain your answer.
Answer by richwmiller(17219)   (Show Source):
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b. Long’s Peak in the Rocky Mountain National Park, is 14,255 feet in elevation. How far can you see to the horizon from the top of Long’s Peak?
D = 1.2sqrt(14255) = 143.27 miles
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Can you see Cheyenne, Wyoming (about 89 miles away)?
According to the formula, Yes.
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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