Orbit Quiz

What is an orbit?

• The path that an object in space takes around another object due to gravity

• The distance between two objects in space

• The speed at which objects move in space

• The color of objects in space

What causes objects in space to be attracted to other nearby objects?

• Friction

• Gravity

• Radiation

• Magnetism

What keeps the Moon in orbit around Earth?

• Solar wind

• Centrifugal force

• Magnetic force

• Gravity

What is the primary force that keeps a satellite in orbit around Earth?

• Gravity

• Centrifugal force

• Friction

• Magnetic force

What is the purpose of putting satellites into orbit?

• To study the atmosphere

• To observe the stars

• To create artificial moons

• To use technologies for communication and navigation

Which rocket is capable of lifting the heaviest payload into space?

• Vega

• Ariane 5

• Vega-C

• Ariane 6

Which type of orbit is used for many scientific and Earth observation missions?

• Polar orbit and Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO)

• Medium Earth orbit (MEO)

• Low Earth orbit (LEO)

• Geostationary orbit (GEO)

What type of orbit is used for communication satellites?

• Geostationary orbit (GEO)

• Low Earth orbit (LEO)

• Medium Earth orbit (MEO)

• Polar orbit and Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO)

Which orbit is used for navigation satellites like GPS?

• Geostationary orbit (GEO)

• Medium Earth orbit (MEO)

• Low Earth orbit (LEO)

• Polar orbit and Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO)

What type of orbit is used for weather and environmental monitoring satellites?

• Geostationary orbit (GEO)

• Low Earth orbit (LEO)

• Medium Earth orbit (MEO)

• Polar orbit and Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO)