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What is the typical orbital period of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites?
What is the typical orbital period of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites?
- 8-10 hours
- 4-6 hours
- 2-3 hours
- 90-120 minutes (correct)
Why are LEO satellites well-suited for remote sensing and earth observation?
Why are LEO satellites well-suited for remote sensing and earth observation?
- Data can be acquired and transmitted rapidly (correct)
- They cover a large area
- They are far from the Earth
- They have a long orbital period
What is a characteristic of LEO satellites' coverage area compared to other satellite types?
What is a characteristic of LEO satellites' coverage area compared to other satellite types?
- Larger coverage area
- Constant coverage area
- Smaller coverage area (correct)
- No coverage area
What is the purpose of launching groups of LEO spacecraft together as satellite constellations?
What is the purpose of launching groups of LEO spacecraft together as satellite constellations?
Which type of satellite constellation includes the ISS and the Iridium communication satellites?
Which type of satellite constellation includes the ISS and the Iridium communication satellites?