Sky is actually space. How do we find distance? Distance between two points is the length of the line segment that connects this points. To calculate distance between the earth (crust) and sky (atmosphere). You need to well defined points. Let's consider two points be A and B. A is on the ground. read more
there is no real distance between the Earth and sky but there is a distance between Earth and its horizon. If you are talking about the distance between Earth and the horizon then it is 12.2 miles(19.6km). read more
According to Hesiodus the distance between the Sky (OYRANOS or Uranus) and Earth is the same as that between Tartarus and Earth. This distance is equal to the length a copper anvil covers when falling for nine (9) days. It seems that Hesiodus was aware of acceleration of gravity. read more
sky is a generic term used to describe the view of the area around the earth perpendicular to the earth's surface through the atmosphere. the distance is a stupid question to ask. read more