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If the upper atmosphere is very thin, why do space vehicles heat up as they enter the atmosphere

If the upper atmosphere is very thin, why do space vehicles heat up as they enter the atmosphere
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If the upper atmosphere is very thin, why do space vehicles heat up as they enter the atmosphere

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Even though the atmosphere is very thin, the space vehicle is pushing through a lot of pressure. 
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